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TL;DR

background music, unobtrusive, consistent energy, modern production, instrumental, podcast-friendly

Suno Prompts for YouTube Music

YouTube content needs specific music types - punchy intros, unobtrusive backgrounds, and memorable outros. These prompts create royalty-free music optimized for video content. Focus on instrumentals that support rather than compete with your voice, with energy levels matched to content type.

Copy/Paste Prompts

Energetic Intro (5-10 sec)
energetic intro music, punchy, modern, immediate hook, electronic elements, short and impactful, brand-ready
Chill Background
lo-fi background music, unobtrusive, chill, instrumental, consistent energy, podcast-friendly, warm and modern
Tech/Tutorial Background
corporate background, modern, clean, electronic, professional, unobtrusive, upbeat but subtle, tech-friendly
Gaming Energy
gaming background music, electronic, energetic, dynamic, action-ready, intense but not overwhelming, modern
Vlog Upbeat
vlog music, upbeat acoustic, feel-good, instrumental, travel-friendly, bright and positive, modern production

Common Mistakes

Quick Fixes

Problem Fix
Music too distracting Add: 'unobtrusive', 'subtle', 'background-appropriate', 'won't compete with voice'
Energy inconsistent Add: 'consistent energy', 'steady', 'even dynamics', 'no big drops'
Vocals interfering Add: 'instrumental', 'no vocals', 'music only'
Intro too slow Add: 'immediate hook', 'punchy start', 'no intro buildup', 'instant energy'
Doesn't match content vibe Match genre to content: tech=electronic, vlog=acoustic, gaming=intense

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I create a punchy YouTube intro?

Use: 'energetic intro', 'punchy', 'immediate hook', 'short and impactful'. Add: 'no buildup', 'instant energy', 'modern'. Keep to 5-15 seconds in your lyrics/structure. The first second matters most - avoid slow fades in.

What makes good background music for talking videos?

Use: 'background music', 'unobtrusive', 'instrumental', 'consistent energy'. Add: 'subtle', 'won't compete with voice', 'podcast-friendly'. Energy should be low-to-medium with minimal variation. Lo-fi and ambient work well.

How do I match music to my content type?

Tech/tutorials: 'corporate', 'modern electronic', 'clean'. Vlogs: 'acoustic', 'feel-good', 'travel-friendly'. Gaming: 'energetic', 'electronic', 'intense'. Meditation: 'ambient', 'peaceful', 'minimal'. Match the genre conventions to viewer expectations.

Should YouTube music have vocals?

For background music: NO. Always add 'instrumental' to avoid vocal interference with your voice. For intros/outros: vocals CAN work if they're your brand sound, but instrumentals are safer and more versatile.

How long should YouTube music tracks be?

Intro: 5-15 seconds. Outro: 15-30 seconds. Background: 2-3 minutes (loop if needed). Structure your Suno lyrics/sections to hit these lengths. For backgrounds, consistent energy matters more than length - you can loop seamlessly.

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