ElevenLabs AI Prompts
Industry-best AI vocal synthesis now generates full songs
ElevenLabs launched ElevenMusic in April 2026, bringing its industry-leading vocal AI to full music generation. Known for the most realistic AI voices on the market, it excels at vocal-driven tracks with expressive delivery, natural breath, and emotional range that other tools cannot match.
How to Prompt ElevenLabs
Genre + emotion + instrument layers. Concise descriptive sentences outperform long lists
Most realistic AI vocals. Natural vibrato, breath, and emotional expression
Precise vocal isolation with 'solo' and 'a cappella' keywords
Conversational refinement. Say 'make drums punchier' after generation
ElevenLabs Prompting Tips
Start with genre + emotion: 'Upbeat synthwave with nostalgic 80s energy' before adding instruments.
Use 'solo' before instruments for isolation: 'solo electric guitar', 'solo piano in C minor'.
Use 'a cappella' for pure vocal tracks: 'a cappella soulful female R&B vocals'.
Add 'instrumental only' explicitly to prevent vocals from appearing in background tracks.
ElevenLabs Prompts by Genre
41 genres · click to get copy-paste prompts
ElevenLabs Prompts for Afrobeats
90 to 110 BPM · Groovy · Warm
ElevenLabs Prompts for Amapiano
108 to 116 BPM · Deep · Hypnotic
ElevenLabs Prompts for Hip-Hop
75 to 100 BPM · Confident · Gritty
ElevenLabs Prompts for Trap
130 to 145 BPM · Dark · Aggressive
ElevenLabs Prompts for Drill
140 to 145 BPM · Dark · Menacing
ElevenLabs Prompts for Lo-Fi Hip-Hop
65 to 85 BPM · Chill · Nostalgic
ElevenLabs Prompts for House
120 to 130 BPM · Euphoric · Soulful
ElevenLabs Prompts for R&B
65 to 95 BPM · Romantic · Emotional
ElevenLabs Prompts for Reggae
60 to 90 BPM · Peaceful · Spiritual
ElevenLabs Prompts for Jazz
120 to 220 (swing tempo) BPM · Sophisticated · Improvised
ElevenLabs Prompts for Pop
100 to 130 BPM · Uplifting · Catchy
ElevenLabs Prompts for Rock
100 to 160 BPM · Powerful · Raw
ElevenLabs Prompts for Metal
140 to 220 BPM · Aggressive · Intense
ElevenLabs Prompts for Country
80 to 130 BPM · Nostalgic · Heartfelt
ElevenLabs Prompts for EDM
120 to 145 BPM · Euphoric · High-energy
ElevenLabs Prompts for R&B / Soul
70 to 100 BPM · Smooth · Sensual
ElevenLabs Prompts for Funk
90 to 120 BPM · Groovy · Playful
ElevenLabs Prompts for Gospel
70 to 120 BPM · Uplifting · Spiritual
ElevenLabs Prompts for Reggae
65 to 90 BPM · Relaxed · Positive
ElevenLabs Prompts for Dancehall
95 to 115 BPM · Aggressive · Party
ElevenLabs Prompts for Indie / Indie Pop
90 to 140 BPM · Introspective · Authentic
ElevenLabs Prompts for K-Pop
100 to 140 BPM · Energetic · Polished
ElevenLabs Prompts for Latin / Reggaeton
95 to 115 BPM · Passionate · Sensual
ElevenLabs Prompts for Blues
60 to 120 BPM · Emotional · Raw
ElevenLabs Prompts for Classical / Orchestral
40 to 180 BPM · Majestic · Emotional
ElevenLabs Prompts for Folk / Acoustic
70 to 130 BPM · Authentic · Nostalgic
ElevenLabs Prompts for Ambient
60 to 80 (or no tempo) BPM · Peaceful · Meditative
ElevenLabs Prompts for Drum and Bass
160 to 180 BPM · High-energy · Dark
ElevenLabs Prompts for Phonk
130 to 160 BPM · Dark · Aggressive
ElevenLabs Prompts for Hyperpop
140 to 180 BPM · Chaotic · Euphoric
ElevenLabs Prompts for Bossa Nova
120 to 140 BPM · Relaxed · Romantic
ElevenLabs Prompts for Punk
150 to 220 BPM · Aggressive · Rebellious
ElevenLabs Prompts for Techno
130 to 145 BPM · Dark · Industrial
ElevenLabs Prompts for Soca
130 to 160 BPM · Party · Euphoric
ElevenLabs Prompts for Grunge
100 to 140 BPM · Angsty · Raw
ElevenLabs Prompts for Alternative Rock
100 to 140 BPM · Introspective · Edgy
ElevenLabs Prompts for Lo-Fi
75 to 95 BPM · Relaxed · Nostalgic
ElevenLabs Prompts for Bollywood
90 to 140 BPM · Dramatic · Romantic
ElevenLabs Prompts for Soul
70 to 110 BPM · Emotional · Powerful
ElevenLabs Prompts for Afro-Pop
95 to 115 BPM · Joyful · Uplifting
ElevenLabs Prompts for Trap
130 to 160 BPM · Dark · Hype
ElevenLabs Prompts. FAQ
What is the best way to prompt ElevenLabs?
Genre + emotion + instrument layers. Concise descriptive sentences outperform long lists The most effective approach: name the genre first, add BPM, list 3-4 key instruments, then describe the mood. Start with genre + emotion: 'Upbeat synthwave with nostalgic 80s energy' before adding instruments..
What genres does ElevenLabs support?
ElevenLabs supports 41 genres including Afrobeats, Amapiano, Hip-Hop, Trap, Drill, Lo-Fi Hip-Hop, House, R&B, and more. ElevenLabs is especially strong at: Most realistic AI vocals. Natural vibrato, breath, and emotional expression and Precise vocal isolation with 'solo' and 'a cappella' keywords.
Does ElevenLabs generate vocals?
Yes. ElevenLabs generates full songs with vocals and lyrics. You can specify vocal style in your prompt (e.g., "male vocalist," "female harmony," "rap") for more accurate results.
Is ElevenLabs free to use?
ElevenLabs launched in 2026 and offers a free tier. Check elevenlabs.io/music for current pricing. Free tiers typically restrict commercial use. Check the terms before monetizing AI-generated tracks.
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