172 Beats Per Minute

Top 172 BPM Rock Songs

feat. Eagles of Death Metal & frederic

High-octane Rock at 172 BPM screams intensity. With tracks like 'Miss Alissa' by Eagles of Death Metal, this list is built for speed and adrenaline. We found 7 tracks in this range. Top artists in this list include Eagles of Death Metal, frederic, LINKIN PARK. The shortest track is "Afrikaan Beat" by Bert Kaempfert (2:25). The most common key is A# Major, with an average length of 3:12.

Avg Duration
3:12
Common Key
A# Major
Total Songs
7

Popular Rock Artists at 172 BPM

Eagles of Death MetalfredericLINKIN PARK
1
Miss Alissa cover

Miss Alissa

Eagles of Death Metal

172 BPMF Major2:38
2
Oddloop cover

Oddloop

frederic

172 BPMC# Minor4:15
3
One More Light cover

One More Light

LINKIN PARK

172 BPMG# Major4:15
4
Like I Do cover

Like I Do

Fraxriel

172 BPMG Minor2:55
5
Afrikaan Beat cover

Afrikaan Beat

Bert Kaempfert

172 BPMA# Major2:25
6
Restless cover

Restless

untitled

172 BPMA# Major2:53
7
Basket Case cover

Basket Case

Green Day

172 BPMD Minor3:02

About 172 BPM Rock Music

At 172 beats per minute, Rock music takes on a distinctly fast character — think blazing-fast Rock and punk with blistering solos and raw intensity. Interestingly, 172 BPM has a natural half-time feel at 86 BPM, which means DJs and producers can seamlessly blend tracks between these two tempos. This makes 172 BPM one of the more versatile tempos in the Rock catalog.

Artists like Eagles of Death Metal, frederic, LINKIN PARK are among the most represented at this tempo, with tracks such as "Miss Alissa" and "Oddloop" standing out as popular picks. Across our collection of 7 tracks, A# Major emerges as the most common key, and the average song length sits at 3:12. These patterns reflect how Rock producers and songwriters naturally gravitate toward certain musical choices at 172 BPM.

Track lengths at 172 BPM Rock span a wide range — from "Afrikaan Beat" by Bert Kaempfert at just 2:25 to "Oddloop" by frederic at 4:15. Whether you need a quick intro clip or a full-length mix, this tempo has options for every use case.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 172 BPM mean?
BPM stands for "Beats Per Minute." A song at 172 BPM has 172 rhythmic beats in every minute, which is considered a fast tempo. In Rock music, 172 BPM typically sounds like blazing-fast Rock and punk with blistering solos and raw intensity. For example, "Miss Alissa" by Eagles of Death Metal is a well-known track at this tempo.
What is 172 BPM Rock music good for?
172 BPM Rock songs are great for sprinting, mosh-pit energy playlists, and extreme sports. DJs and music producers also use this tempo for beat-matching and remix creation.
What key are most 172 BPM Rock songs in?
Based on our analysis of 7 tracks, the most common key for 172 BPM Rock songs is A# Major. Rock songs frequently use natural minor keys and power-chord-friendly keys like E and A for heavier tones. Knowing the key helps DJs with harmonic mixing and producers with sampling and remixing in the correct pitch.
How do I find the BPM of a Rock song?
The easiest way to find the BPM of any Rock track is to use our free BPM Calculator. Simply upload an audio file or paste a video link from TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Instagram, or Twitter/X, and we'll instantly detect the exact BPM, musical key, time signature, and audio features.
How long are most 172 BPM Rock songs?
The average length of 172 BPM Rock songs in our database is 3:12. Rock tracks vary widely — from concise punk anthems under 3 minutes to epic progressive pieces exceeding 7 minutes. The shortest track is "Afrikaan Beat" by Bert Kaempfert at 2:25, and the longest is "Oddloop" by frederic at 4:15. Knowing the average duration helps when planning DJ sets, workout playlists, or video soundtracks.
How many 172 BPM Rock songs are there?
We currently have 7 Rock songs at 172 BPM in our database. Notable artists include Eagles of Death Metal, frederic, LINKIN PARK. You can also explore nearby tempos like 170 BPM and 174 BPM for more Rock options with a very similar feel.
Can I use 172 BPM Rock songs for working out?
172 BPM is perfect for high-intensity workouts like HIIT, sprinting, and fast-paced cycling. Rock tracks at this tempo will push you to your limits and keep your energy at peak levels.
What are similar tempos to 172 BPM?
Songs at 170 to 174 BPM will feel nearly identical in tempo. At half tempo (86 BPM), you'll find slower grooves that share rhythmic compatibility — useful for relaxed or ambient versions of similar patterns. DJs often use these mathematical tempo relationships for creative transitions and mashups.

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