Use case
AI music for YouTube Shorts
YouTube Shorts shares the same first-two-seconds problem as TikTok. Cadence generates tight, hook-led tracks at 15-60 seconds with the punch front-loaded — so your Short hits before viewers swipe away.
Short-format music, monetized
Shorts have their own monetization rules — using big-label tracks can disqualify you from the Shorts Fund and ad revenue. Cadence tracks come with a clean commercial license that covers monetized Shorts on every paid plan.
Sample prompts to try
These are battle-tested prompt seeds for this use case. Click any one to open Cadence with the prompt pre-filled — you can edit before generating, or hit go and see what comes out.
- ✓sharp pop hook for a comedy Short, 15 seconds, bright synth + clap Generate →
- ✓tech-explainer Short, 30 seconds, modern electronic, focused mood Generate →
- ✓storytelling Short build, 45 seconds, cinematic piano + subtle drums Generate →
- ✓aesthetic montage Short, 60 seconds, dreamy synth + tight beat Generate →
Make your first track free
No card required · edit every stem · own what you make.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the music free to use?
- You can generate tracks for free with 5 generations a month (watermarked, personal use). Paid plans from $24/mo Creator include a commercial license that covers monetized YouTube, ads, podcasts, games, and streaming distribution.
- Do I get the separated stems?
- Yes. Every Cadence track ships with separated stems — vocals, drums, bass, and melody on their own faders inside a live browser studio. You can mix them, mute individual stems, or export them for further work in your DAW.
- Can I swap the singer?
- Yes. Every Cadence vocal is a separate stem with a swappable synthetic voice. Pick from the library, design a new voice from a text description, or clone your own with consent. Every voice is labeled synthetic.
- How much does Cadence cost?
- Free to start with 5 generations a month. Creator is $24/mo with 30 generations and a commercial license. Pro is $59/mo with 75 generations and 4-minute tracks. Studio is $199/mo with 250 generations and 8-minute tracks.