Songs With 140 BPM: Popular Songs & Tempo Examples

Songs with 140 BPM have an energetic, forward-moving pulse that works well for running, workouts, electronic music, DJ sets, and metronome practice. At exactly 140 beats per minute, each quarter-note beat lasts about 429 milliseconds.

The tracks below are commonly reported at or near 140 BPM. Verify the exact recording before technical use.

Songs With 140 BPM: Quick List

The table combines exact and nearby matches.

Song	Artist	Reported or approximate BPM	Genre	Tempo note
Feel Good Inc.	Gorillaz	Around 140 BPM	Alternative hip-hop	Often perceived with a broader half-time groove
Cinderella	Mac Miller feat. Ty Dolla $ign	140 BPM	Hip-hop	Relaxed phrasing over a fast tempo grid
WORTH NOTHING	TWISTED feat. Oliver Tree	140 BPM	Electronic	Strong, steady pulse
Harleys in Hawaii	Katy Perry	Around 140 BPM	Pop	Smooth arrangement can make it feel slower
Blinding Lights	The Weeknd	Around 140 BPM	Synth-pop	Driving eighth-note energy
Hotel California	Eagles	Around 140 BPM	Rock	May be counted differently depending on the pulse
Titanium	David Guetta feat. Sia	Around 140 BPM	EDM/pop	Energetic dance feel
Animals	Martin Garrix	Around 128–140 BPM by interpretation or version	EDM	Verify the exact version before grouping it at 140

For an exact result, use a song BPM analyzer and confirm that the detected beat matches the pulse you hear.

What Does 140 BPM Feel Like?

A tempo of 140 BPM feels energetic without reaching the intensity of 170 or 180 BPM.

Is 140 BPM Fast?

Yes. In most popular-music contexts, 140 BPM sits in the fast or moderately fast range.

Tempo	Time between beats	General feel
120 BPM	500 ms	Moderate and steady
130 BPM	About 462 ms	Upbeat
140 BPM	About 429 ms	Energetic
150 BPM	400 ms	Fast
160 BPM	375 ms	Very fast

For a nearby comparison, explore songs around 150 BPM.

Why Can Two 140 BPM Songs Feel Different?

BPM describes the speed of the beat, but not the complete musical energy. Two songs at the same tempo can feel very different because of:

• Drum density
• Instrumentation
• Vocal phrasing
• Rhythmic subdivisions
• Accent placement
• Dynamics
• Genre

A dense electronic track may feel faster than a spacious pop song at the same BPM.

Why Can a Song Be Both 70 and 140 BPM?

Many songs listed at 140 BPM can also be counted at 70 BPM. The two values describe the same rhythmic relationship at different levels.

Counting every beat gives 140 BPM. Counting every second beat gives a broader 70 BPM half-time pulse.

Understanding Half-Time

Imagine a 140 BPM beat counted like this:

1, 2, 3, 4

If you emphasize only every second beat, the larger pulse becomes:

1, 2

You are simply following a wider rhythmic layer.

This is especially common in trap, hip-hop, dubstep, bass music, and pop productions with spacious drums or vocals.

Which BPM Should You Use?

Use the value that fits your purpose.

A producer may prefer 140 BPM, while a casual listener may hear 70 BPM. Both can describe the same recording.

How Can You Verify a 140 BPM Song?

You can check a song by counting beats, tapping along, and comparing the track with a metronome.

Count Beats for 15 Seconds

Count the main beats for 15 seconds, then multiply the total by four.

35 beats × 4 = 140 BPM

If you count about 17 or 18 broad beats, you may be following the 70 BPM half-time pulse instead.

The guide to finding the BPM of a song explains additional counting methods.

Use Tap Tempo

Open a tap-tempo tool and tap on the strongest repeating pulse. Continue for several measures so one early or late tap has less influence on the result.

A reading near 70 BPM does not necessarily contradict a 140 BPM listing. Try tapping the smaller beats between your original taps.

Compare With a Metronome

Set an online metronome to 140 BPM and play it beside the recording. The clicks should stay aligned with the beat instead of gradually drifting.

Try nearby settings such as 139 or 141 BPM when the match is close but not exact.

Verify the Exact Recording

A remix, live version, radio edit, remaster, cover, or slowed version may use a different tempo. Always verify the specific recording you plan to use.

What Are 140 BPM Songs Used For?

Songs at 140 BPM can support several listening, exercise, production, and practice goals.

Running

A 140 BPM track can work for runners whose cadence is close to 140 steps per minute when one step lands on each beat. It can also match a faster cadence through a half-time or subdivision relationship.

Music BPM and running cadence are not automatically identical. Natural pace, comfort, terrain, and movement mechanics should guide playlist choices. The guide to running music tempo explains how to match songs without forcing an uncomfortable stride.

Workouts

The energetic pulse makes 140 BPM useful for cardio, cycling, circuit training, and interval playlists. Identical BPM values do not create identical intensity.

Electronic Music

A tempo near 140 BPM is strongly associated with dubstep, trap, grime, and other bass-oriented electronic styles. Producers may use a 140 BPM project tempo while emphasizing a 70 BPM half-time backbeat.

This combination creates fast subdivisions without making every part of the arrangement feel rushed.

DJ Mixing

DJs can build transitions within a practical range of approximately 138–142 BPM. Small tempo differences can often be adjusted, but BPM alone does not guarantee compatibility.

Phrasing, key, groove, drum structure, genre, and energy are equally important. A 140 BPM trap track may not transition naturally into a 140 BPM rock song simply because the numbers match.

Music Practice

A 140 BPM metronome is useful for scales, drum patterns, rhythm guitar, alternate picking, bass exercises, and subdivision training.

Start below 140 BPM when accuracy breaks down. Increase the speed gradually while keeping timing, tone, and technique clean.

How Do You Build a 140 BPM Playlist?

First decide whether exact tempo matters. Technical practice may require recordings at precisely 140 BPM, while a workout or listening playlist can often use a range such as 138–142 BPM.

Next, arrange tracks by energy and style. Songs sharing the same BPM may still feel disconnected if their arrangements, grooves, or dynamics differ greatly.

Finally, verify every track. Note whether it is commonly counted at 70 or 140 BPM, check the exact version, and listen to transitions instead of relying only on database labels.

Understanding the difference between BPM and tempo can also help explain why one numerical value does not capture the complete feel of a song.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 140 BPM considered fast?

Yes. It is generally an energetic or fast tempo, though it is slower than high-speed ranges such as 170–180 BPM.

What popular songs are around 140 BPM?

Examples commonly reported at or near 140 BPM include “Feel Good Inc.,” “Cinderella,” “WORTH NOTHING,” “Harleys in Hawaii,” “Blinding Lights,” and “Titanium.” Exact values should be checked by recording.

Why is a 140 BPM song sometimes listed as 70 BPM?

The 70 BPM value follows every second beat, creating a half-time interpretation of the same rhythm.

How many milliseconds are between beats at 140 BPM?

There are approximately 429 milliseconds between quarter-note beats at exactly 140 BPM.

Is 140 BPM good for workouts?

It can work well for cardio, cycling, circuit training, and energetic playlists, depending on the activity and listener.

Can I practice with a 140 BPM metronome?

Yes. It is useful for scales, drum grooves, picking exercises, and rhythm practice when clean technique can be maintained.

Are songs between 138 and 142 BPM close enough?

Usually, yes, for workouts, DJ playlists, and casual listening. Exact technical practice may require more precise matching.

Why do BPM websites disagree about the same song?

Different services may analyze another recording or choose half-time, full-time, or double-time counting. Live timing and tempo changes can also affect the result.