Music that lulls you into a comfortable sleep. Songs to listen to when going to bed.
Many people find it very calming to play soft, soothing music and close their eyes when they go to sleep, right?
I do that sometimes too!
It’s perfect for a nap on a day off, but I’m sure there are also busy people who think, “I can’t seem to get much time to rest…” or “I want something to heal my tired body after work…”
Those are exactly the people I’d love to recommend this to.
I’ve picked out some gentle, sleep-inducing tracks.
Since a variety of people will be reading this, I intentionally chose songs from different genres.
Find the mood you like!
Good night.
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Music that invites a comfortable sleep. Songs to listen to when going to bed (1–10)
Stillness of the Holy PlaceKosemura Akira
Akira Kosemura, a pianist from Tokyo.
Here is a piece where his delicate, flowing sound captivates listeners.
Its spatial spread is just right for listening in the bedroom, and simply leaning in to the music and closing your eyes feels like being gently led into the world of sleep.
Richter: Dream SoloMax Richter
Max Richter is a German-born composer and pianist.
This piece features softly blurred sounds that spread through space, creating a dreamlike atmosphere.
As you listen, follow the long tones, and let your imagination wander, before you know it, you may find yourself drifting off into a blissful sleep.
Vasks: The Fruits Of SilenceVoces8, Huw Watkins
This piano solo starts off in the very low register.
Its appeal lies in the dramatic range between highs and lows, and if you listen with your eyes closed, images seem to arise in your mind.
Then comes a beautiful chorus, like a hymn arriving a beat late.
When you listen in your bedroom, it’s so polished you can’t tell whether it’s a dream or reality.
Music that invites a comfortable sleep. Songs to listen to when going to bed (11–20)
Richter: Dream 13 (minus even)Clarice Jensen, Ben Russell, Yuki Numata Resnick, Max Richter
This piece has a gentle, warm orchestral resonance.
With its relaxed tempo, it’s a pleasant track that feels like it soothes a tired mind and body at night.
The recurring instrumental phrases are just right, enhancing this soft, airy sense of comfort.
ShellEcho Collective
This piece has a slightly melancholic tone.
Composed for orchestral strings, it offers a classic timbre.
Like a song from a film soundtrack, it carries a sense of story, so it might be nice to listen to it and drift into contemplation.
It may resonate with your feelings somewhere along the way.
ReturnH1
The pinging sound followed by the ensuing sway feels very comforting to listen to.
This track lets you experience that very sensation.
The synths and drums layered over the crackling sounds, and the absence of a clearly defined melody, might just make it easier to drift off to sleep.
Golden GlowHiyori
Unlike the others, this track is louder and gives a grand, majestic impression.
The way the sound expands and surges is remarkable, creating a strong sense of presence.
Let yourself be carried by this wave of sound and unwind at the end of the day.
I’m sure you’ll find it wonderfully soothing.