29 Best Songs to Beatbox To: The Ultimate Playlist for Human Beats

Updated at: 27/03/2025

Beatboxing, the art of vocal percussion, thrives on rhythm and strong, distinct instrumental tracks. To truly appreciate its potential, you need music with a solid foundation – tracks that provide a framework for complex rhythms and melodic variations. This isn't just about finding songs with a driving beat; it's about discovering music that sparks creativity and challenges the beatboxer to push their skills. We've curated a list of tracks that span genres and decades, chosen for their rich textures and unforgettable hooks, offering beatboxers the perfect canvas for their vocal artistry. This collection isn't just about showcasing iconic songs; it’s about celebrating the enduring power of music that continues to inspire, from the anthemic power of rock anthems to the intricate complexity of progressive rock.

This exploration goes beyond simply listing popular songs; it's about uncovering the musical depth that makes these tracks ideal for beatboxing. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, you’ll find that the rhythmic complexity and dynamic range of this carefully selected playlist will unlock new levels of creativity and expression. Prepare to be surprised by how these familiar and sometimes less-familiar tracks reveal unexpected layers perfect for layering your own vocal rhythms. Get ready to discover new ways to interpret these timeless classics and showcase the expressive power of beatboxing. This is an invitation to explore the diverse soundscapes that have fueled generations of musicians and now can inspire your own unique vocal journey.

  • November Rain
    1

    November Rain

    Guns N' Roses

    1991

    Use Your Illusion I

  • Smells Like Teen Spirit
    2

    Smells Like Teen Spirit

    Nirvana

    1991

    Nevermind (Remastered)

  • Bohemian Rhapsody
    3

    Bohemian Rhapsody

    Queen

    1975

    A Night At The Opera (Deluxe Remastered Version)

  • Sweet Child O' Mine
    4

    Sweet Child O' Mine

    Guns N' Roses

    1987

    Appetite For Destruction

  • Thunderstruck
    5

    Thunderstruck

    AC/DC

    1990

    The Razors Edge

  • The Fox
    6

    The Fox

    Ylvis

    2013

  • Back In Black
    7

    Back In Black

    AC/DC

    1980

    Back In Black

  • U Can't Touch This
    8

    U Can't Touch This

    MC Hammer

    1990

    Please Hammer Don't Hurt 'Em

  • Paradise City
    9

    Paradise City

    Guns N' Roses

    1987

    Appetite For Destruction

  • Juicy
    10

    Juicy

    The Notorious B.I.G.

    1994

    Ready to Die (The Remaster)

  • Hotel California
    11

    Hotel California

    The Eagles

    1976

  • Hey Jude
    12

    Hey Jude

    The Beatles

    1968

    With The Beatles (Remastered)

  • Highway to Hell
    13

    Highway to Hell

    AC/DC

    1979

    Highway to Hell

  • Imagine
    14

    Imagine

    John Lennon

    1971

    Imagine

  • Straight Outta Compton
    15

    Straight Outta Compton

    N.W.A.

    1988

  • Stairway to Heaven
    16

    Stairway to Heaven

    Led Zeppelin

    1971

    Led Zeppelin IV (Deluxe Edition)

  • Hey Boy Hey Girl
    17

    Hey Boy Hey Girl

    The Chemical Brothers

    1999

  • It Takes Two
    18

    It Takes Two

    Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock

    1988

  • Gin and Juice
    19

    Gin and Juice

    Snoop Dogg

    1993

    Doggystyle

  • The Humpty Dance
    20

    The Humpty Dance

    Digital Underground

    1990

  • Bust a Move
    21

    Bust a Move

    Young MC

    1989

  • The Message
    22

    The Message

    Grandmaster Flash and The Furious Five

    1982

  • California Love
    23

    California Love

    2Pac,Dr. Dre,Roger

    1995

  • Rapper's Delight
    24

    Rapper's Delight

    The Sugarhill Gang

    1979

  • Fight The Power
    25

    Fight The Power

    Public Enemy

    1989

    Fear Of A Black Planet

  • For Those About to Rock
    26

    For Those About to Rock

    AC/DC

    1979

    For Those About to Rock (We Salute You)

  • Another Day
    27

    Another Day

    The Beatles

    1966

  • Can I Get A
    28

    Can I Get A

    JAY-Z

    1998

  • Under Pressure
    29

    Under Pressure

    David Bowie,Queen

    1981

    Hot Space (Deluxe Remastered Version)