Brazil's answer to phonk: manic, pitched-up funk for the digital age. 142–178 BPM.
Speed Up Brasileiro is a genre that emerged around 2020, characterized by extremely fast BPMs (142-178) and pitch-shifted, sped-up samples from Brazilian funk and other styles. It gained popularity through TikTok and social media, becoming a staple in workout and meme content.
The defining artists of Speed Up Brasileiro — the names that shaped the sound. Tap to hear on Spotify.
The classic anthems and current essentials that define Speed Up Brasileiro.
Speed Up Brasileiro is defined by its frantic pace: BPMs often exceed 160, with drums that are heavily compressed and side-chained to create a pumping effect. The signature element is the use of sped-up, pitch-shifted vocal samples from funk songs, which sound chipmunk-like and frantic. The bass is typically distorted and aggressive, driving the rhythm forward.
The overall feel is chaotic yet danceable, with abrupt cuts, glitch effects, and high-energy drops. The genre often employs simple, repetitive melodies that become hypnotic at high speeds.
Speed Up Brasileiro originated globally around 2020, primarily through online platforms like TikTok and YouTube, where creators began speeding up Brazilian funk tracks to extreme tempos. The genre quickly evolved from simple edits to a distinct style with its own production techniques.
As it grew, producers started incorporating elements from phonk, electronic dance music, and even metal, creating a hybrid sound that retained the rhythmic core of funk carioca but with a hyperkinetic edge. The genre's rise paralleled the global interest in 'phonk' and 'Brazilian funk' edits.
Culturally, Speed Up Brasileiro reflects the internet's role in genre creation, blending local Brazilian sounds with global trends. It is often used in fitness, gaming, and meme contexts, symbolizing energy and irreverence.
How Speed Up Brasileiro is built — drum pattern, swing, and the sounds you need.
To produce Speed Up Brasileiro, start with a drum pattern around 150-170 BPM, using a kick on every beat and a snare/clap on the 2nd and 4th. Add hi-hats with rapid 16th or 32nd notes. The key is to use a sidechain compressor on the bass and pads to create a 'pumping' effect.
Samples are typically taken from Brazilian funk tracks, pitched up by 20-30% and time-stretched to fit the tempo. Use distortion and saturation on the master bus to achieve a loud, aggressive sound. Automation of pitch and filter cutoff adds movement. The genre thrives on simplicity and repetition, so focus on a tight loop and build tension through arrangement.
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