BGM for staying focused at work: a curated collection of music that’s also great for remote work
Do you ever listen to music while you work?
If you work remotely, there’s a good chance you often have music on as you work.
But you might be wondering, “What kind of music actually helps you focus at work?”
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of recommended background music (BGM) for working.
When you want to concentrate, calm instrumental tracks like classical, ambient, or lo-fi hip hop are especially recommended.
The ideal track can vary depending on your mood and the task at hand, so try to find the best one for you from the selections we introduce below.
Playlist
| BGM for staying focused at work: a curated collection of music that’s also great for remote work | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | DrunkPamiredo |  play_arrow | A deep vocal track that portrays the silence of the night |
| 2east | BackseatL’indécis |  play_arrow | Relaxing lo-fi music |
| 3east | DangerousSurprise Chef |  play_arrow | Best instrumentals for concentration |
| 4east | Sweet Disposition (Blazy & Sighter Remix)The Temper Trap |  play_arrow | Focus-boosting BGM, Tenpa Trap Remix |
| 5east | Just the two of usiri |  play_arrow | A calming RADWIMPS cover by iri |
| 6east | Wet LandYoshimura Hiroshi |  play_arrow | Focus on work with tranquil ambient music |
| 7east | sparrowKakuno Hayato |  play_arrow | An inspiring piano piece to enhance concentration |
| 8east | Violin Sonata No. 9 “Kreutzer”Ludwig van Beethoven |  play_arrow | Beethoven’s passionate masterpiece that stirs the soul |
| 9east | A Whole New World (from “Aladdin”)Alan Menken |  play_arrow | A composer known for numerous Disney film scores… |
| 10east | Name of Life from Spirited AwayHisaishi Joe |  play_arrow | With a crystalline piano timbre and a somehow nostalgic… |
| 11east | A Town with an Ocean View (from “Kiki’s Delivery Service”)Hisaishi Joe |  play_arrow | A rare, as if a beautiful seaside town were spreading out before your eyes, ... |
| 12east | Sometimes, a tale from long ago — from Porco RossoKatō Tokiko |  play_arrow | A warm yet wistful longing for the days of youth now past... |
| 13east | ultramarineAyase |  play_arrow | Inspired by the manga “Blue Period”… |
| 14east | Hide to SeekLaura Misch |  play_arrow | A stu— surrounded by the beautiful nature of South London... |
| 15east | energy flowSakamoto Ryuichi |  play_arrow | The transparent piano pieces of Ryuichi Sakamoto soothe the heart. |
| 16east | Around The WorldFilm Studio Orchestra |  play_arrow | The elegant melody woven by the grand orchestra is the film… |
| 17east | Moonlight SerenadeGuren Mirā Ōkesutora |  play_arrow | The elegant timbre unique to a big band, and its distinctive... |
| 18east | Perfect Day310 |  play_arrow | Depicting special everyday moments with 310’s clear, transparent singing voice |
| 19east | Good luck to me tomorrow.Nanawo Akari |  play_arrow | Nanaou Akari’s new song that sings about the importance of living true to yourself |
| 20east | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A warm message song that invites you to reflect on your true self |
| 21east | String Quartet No. 2, Movement 1Alexander Borodin |  play_arrow | This string instrument piece, known as a masterpiece brimming with lyrical beauty… |
| 22east | Blackbox Life Recorder 21fAphex Twin |  play_arrow | Aphex Twin’s new EP: serene music |
| 23east | Study + Work BGM! Boost your focus with cafe music!!BGM channel |  play_arrow | The kind of “background music for work” you often see on YouTube… |
| 24east | 1/1Brian Eno |  play_arrow | Since it's BGM for studying, it's stimulating after all... |
| 25east | Relaxing Jazz Piano Radio – Slow Jazz Music – 24/7 Live Stream – Music For Work & StudyCafe Music BGM channel |  play_arrow | At cafes and restaurants, this ‘Rel… |
| 26east | lofi hip hop radio – beats to relax/study toChilledCow |  play_arrow | Featuring a chill sound that leaves an impression, this “lo… |
| 27east | Radio Cutman ▸ Chill Beats & Game MusicDj CUTMAN |  play_arrow | This one also gives off an impressively chill streaming… |
| 28east | ♫ Baroque Live Music 24/7 – Classical Live Music from the Baroque Period ♫I Love You Venice |  play_arrow | This one is recommended for luxury hotels and the like… |
| 29east | Chamber Of ReflectionMac DeMarco |  play_arrow | An ethereal synthesizer timbre leaves a striking impression… |
| 30east | Cold Little HeartMichael Kiwanuka |  play_arrow | An epic soul rock song that expresses inner conflict |
| 31east | Indie / Bedroom / Pop / Surf Rock – 24/7 Radio – Nice Guys Chill FMNice Guys |  play_arrow | In workplaces where many young people work, this “I… |
| 32east | Feverish ImaginationOvall |  play_arrow | Ovall’s jazz electronic music is pleasant. |
| 33east | PakardPlastikman |  play_arrow | Plastikman's cosmic minimal techno |
| 34east | Beautiful Piano Music 24/7 • Study Music, Relaxing Music, Sleep Music, Meditation MusicSoothing Relaxation |  play_arrow | Recommended for workplace environments where relaxation is needed… |
| 35east | Deep House · Relaxing Study Music · 24/7 Live RadioThe Grand Sound |  play_arrow | This one, with its notably immersive house vibe, is quite striking... |
| 36east | Progressive House · Relaxing Focus Music · 24/7 Live RadioThe Grand Sound |  play_arrow | An impressive BG with a pleasant sub-bass loop… |
| 37east | One World RadioTomorrowland |  play_arrow | The most impactful one among those introduced this time is a… |
| 38east | El Ron Zacapabohemianvoodoo |  play_arrow | Comfortable jazz music perfect for work |
| 39east | firebirdCovet |  play_arrow | A tapestry of exhilarating sounds and delicate melodies… |
| 40east | Lamp feat.Nujabesharuka nakamura |  play_arrow | A piece that soothes the heart with a comforting melody |
| 41east | Calm Piano Music 24/7: study music, focus, think, meditation, relaxing musicrelaxdaily |  play_arrow | This is BGM delivered via live streaming. Conventional… |
| 42east | seesawtoconoma |  play_arrow | Comfortable instrumental tracks by toconoma |
| 43east | pathToe |  play_arrow | toe’s delicate music stimulates the heart |
| 44east | VariablesAlfa Mist |  play_arrow | It’s characterized by a calm atmosphere and a rich, deep sound… |
| 45east | Agua De BeberAntonio Carlos Jobim |  play_arrow | A composer representing 20th-century Brazilian music and… |
| 46east | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | BUM re-recorded in 2022… |
| 47east | Cutting Room I (Top Boy Official Score)Brian Eno |  play_arrow | This track produced by Brian Eno... |
| 48east | Just the Way You AreBruno Mars |  play_arrow | If I were to recommend something to a work-from-home professional who likes Western music… |
| 49east | STUDIO GHIBLI MUSIC 24/7 ~ Relaxing Music for Sleep & Study Studio Ghibli MusicCat Trumpet |  play_arrow | This is a mix of Studio Ghibli songs… |
| 50east | Almost blueChet Baker |  play_arrow | This song is Chet Baker (Chet… |
| 51east | ChillYourMind Radio • 24/7 Chill Out Music – Deep House, Tropical House, Chill House, Relax, StudyChillYourMind |  play_arrow | C… features a lineup of upbeat tracks. |
| 52east | SelfCleo Sol |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song themed around self-discovery and introspection… |
| 53east | Take FiveDave Brubeck |  play_arrow | In childhood, I received a classical education, and irregular time signatures... |
| 54east | SalamanderELLEGARDEN |  play_arrow | Regain a sense of tension with ELLEGARDEN’s music |
| 55east | FiestaH ZETTRIO |  play_arrow | Piano, acoustic bass, and drums… |
| 56east | YummyJustin Bieber |  play_arrow | If the lyrics are in Japanese, I end up understanding the meaning and it’s distracting… |
| 57east | reverse dreamKing Gnu |  play_arrow | The ending of the anime film Jujutsu Kaisen 0 (the Movie)... |
| 58east | VaporFunk Station | 24/7 Vaporwave RadioKrelez |  play_arrow | In places where customer service is the main focus, like in apparel stores, … |
| 59east | Good Vibes Only – Chill • Funk • Jazz • House | LTB Radio 24/7LTB Music |  play_arrow | For those who dislike having complete silence while working... |
| 60east | Roots Reggae Radio (24/7 Reggae Music)Lewis Bennett |  play_arrow | This “R…” is a mix centered on reggae. |
| 61east | silver skyLvta |  play_arrow | A track with an impressive soft guitar tone that makes you want to keep listening... |
| 62east | 24/7 Korean Underground Indie/R&B/Hip hop RadioMellowbeat Seeker |  play_arrow | The super-stylish sound feels so pleasant, cha… |
| 63east | So WhatMiles Davis |  play_arrow | In Japan, he is also called the “Emperor of Modern Jazz”… |
| 64east | Seesaw Game: A Brave Love SongMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr. Childr… released in 1995 |
| 65east | Not That SeriousNocturnal Spirits |  play_arrow | When you're looking for background music to lift your mood, i... |
| 66east | evening primroseNovelbright |  play_arrow | It's so uptempo it gets me hyped... |
| 67east | Reflection EternalNujabes |  play_arrow | It sparked a global movement in the 2010s and... |
| 68east | mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Get your work done with a dazzling, fast-paced sound... |
| 69east | Anime Music Radio 24/7 ~ Best for Gaming & WorkingPasha Lovarian |  | Due to issues such as licensing, the store… |
| 70east | Emerald MusicSAKEROCK |  play_arrow | By now, there’s hardly anyone in the J-POP scene who doesn’t know them… |
| 71east | LaurentechSPECIAL OTHERS |  play_arrow | They keep the work moving along at a comfortable, steady pace... |
| 72east | AIMSSPECIAL OTHERS |  play_arrow | When I can hear lyrics, I just can’t focus on work... |
| 73east | ME! (feat. Brendon Urie of Panic! At The Disco)Taylor Swift |  play_arrow | Bright and happy sound to boost work motivation… |
| 74east | The Good Life Radio • 24/7 Live Radio | Best Relax House, Chillout, Study, Running, Gym, Happy MusicThe Good Life Radio x Sensual Musique |  play_arrow | This is BGM for live streaming. Upbeat Western music… |
| 75east | Tropical House Radio • 24/7 Live Radio | Best Relax House, Chillout, Study, Running, Happy MusicTropical House Radio |  play_arrow | This “T…” features a strikingly flashy melody that leaves an impression. |
| 76east | The Secrets of the WorldVaundy |  play_arrow | Vaundy’s “Sekai no Himitsu (The Secret of the World)” is, so… |
| 77east | XDeep Music Radio • 24/7 Live Stream | Summer Deep House & Tropical House Chill Out | Dance MusicXDeep Music |  play_arrow | An impressively feel-good, upbeat melody… |
| 78east | Taisho RomanticismYOASOBI |  play_arrow | Novel & Illustration Posting Site “monogat… |
| 79east | RustYussef Dayes feat. Tom Misch |  play_arrow | Yussef Dayes and Tom Misch... |
| 80east | Mondayamazarashi |  play_arrow | Even with remote work, Mondays are still depressing... |
| 81east | Akashic Xroniclesfox capture plan |  play_arrow | They are active with the concept of modern jazz-rock, and... |
| 82east | A gentle nightorange pekoe |  play_arrow | He began performing with the light music club at Kwansei Gakuin University, and th… |
| 83east | Paradiso→Pia-no-jaC← |  play_arrow | Melody and chords are only on piano, the beat is… |
| 84east | heartaimyon |  play_arrow | A sound that evokes a certain nostalgia transcends generations... |
| 85east | Two sides of the same coinyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s “Hyouri Ittai” was released in 2013… |
| 86east | Danny BoyAirurando min’yō |  play_arrow | A beautiful ballad imbued with the traditions of Ireland… |
| 87east | Nocturne No. 2 in E-flat major, Op. 9 No. 2Frederic Chopin |  play_arrow | He released numerous piano solo pieces and was called the “poet of the piano”… |
| 88east | Air on the G StringJ.S.Bach |  play_arrow | Known by the epithet “the Father of Music,” he is someone everyone studies… |
| 89east | Lemon piemakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | What’s striking is its somewhat nostalgic sound, ma… |
| 90east | Piano Sonata No. 11Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart |  play_arrow | A composer representing Classical music and the Viennese Classical school… |
| 91east | Symphony No. 41 “Jupiter”Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart |  play_arrow | When I want to refresh my mind in a nice way, I... |
| 92east | Code Blue (from “Code Blue: Doctor Heli Emergency Lifesaving”)Satō Naoki |  play_arrow | This piece by Naoki Sato brims with tension a… |
| 93east | Peter PanYuuri |  play_arrow | A freelancer who handles jobs single-handedly... |
| 94east | Merry Christmas, Mr. LawrenceSakamoto Ryuichi |  play_arrow | This piece, known as one of Ryuichi Sakamoto’s signature works, ... |
| 95east | Slow & EasyHirai Dai |  play_arrow | Soothed by the ukulele’s tone and its laid-back rhythm… |
| 96east | For TomorrowSeizuka Shinya |  play_arrow | I want to focus on work or studying, but my mind just won’t cooperate... |
| 97east | peace signYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | I was creating materials and documents while working remotely... |
| 98east | sparkleFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Made her first appearance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen in 2021 and tele… |
| 99east | The Blue Danube WaltzJohann Strauss II |  play_arrow | “The Blue Danube” is by the Viennese musician Jo… |
| 100east | SummerHisaishi Joe |  play_arrow | This piece, one of Joe Hisaishi’s signature works, ... |