7 Best Spotify Playlists for Studying

Music has an incredibly positive impact on the body, mind, and soul. There is a time and place for everything, but sometimes the right song can help you concentrate, relieve stress, and/or put a smile on your face. Music can even help you study!

So if you’re looking for the best Spotify playlists for studying, look no further! Next time you’re studying, try listening to these study playlists:

Screenshot of a lofi playlist on Spotify

1. “lofi hip hop music - beats to relax/study to” by Lofi Girl

Lofi hip hop is a music style that combines hip hop and chill-out elements. Smooth, chilled and mellow - that's the lofi hip hop vibe you’ll hear in this playlist. This calming playlist will help you relax and overcome any seemingly endless night as a high school student.

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2. “instrumental music for studying” by Madi Ong 

Too exhausted to study? We’ve all been there! By streaming instrumental versions of songs from movie scores, this playlist raises your spirit and makes you feel like the main character. The beautiful calming notes played by musical instruments in this playlist can help you concentrate and be more engaged with the work that you’re doing.

Screenshot of a lofi chill playlist on Spotify

3. “Lofi chill beats (sleep, study, relax) Lo Fi | Beats” by Lofi & Chill

The music in this playlist is reminiscent of the songs you hear in a bookstore. It includes different genres of songs including Lo-Fi, jazz and chill-out music and the relaxing beats in these songs can soothe your tension and help facilitate your thought process.

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4. “Gentle Rains” by Spotify

This playlist is perfect for you if you enjoy listening to white noise. The white noise from rain can not only alleviate stress but inspire inner creativity. If you have yet to try listening to rain sounds when studying, try it today to mitigate your pressure and comfort your spirit!

Screenshot of a concentration & study playlist on Spotify

5. “Concentration & Study” by Nils K

Tranquil instrumental music fills this playlist. The soothing vibe helps with your concentration and productivity. From harp music to piano songs, you can fully immerse yourself in the work you’re doing.

Screenshot of a studying in a Parisian cafe playlist on Spotify

6. “studying in a parisian cafe” by ekin

Close your eyes and imagine yourself sipping coffee and writing a paper in a chic Parisian coffee shop. That scene is this playlist. Combining instrumental music with French songs, you have a variety of music options in this playlist. Listen to this playlist and give yourself a moment to ✨refresh✨!

Screenshot of a Mozart playlist on Spotify

7. Mozart Study” by Spotify

Tired of contemporary music? A little help from Mozart never hurt nobody. This playlist contains Mozart’s majestic art including piano sonatas, violin concertos, and symphonies. You will experience the greatness of classical music and be able to zone into your work.

Final Thoughts

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Student TipsGreta Yige Tang