Sure! Here’s a simple hip hop melody idea you can build on. It’s clean, catchy, and fits well with the vibe of the clean hip hop song “Keep It Real” I wrote for you.
Melody concept (in C minor for that smooth, soulful feel):
Main melody (played by a warm electric piano or synth):
| Note (count) | Melody Notes (quarter notes) |
|---|---|
| 1 | G |
| 2 | A♭ |
| 3 | B♭ |
| 4 | G |
| 5 | E♭ |
| 6 | F |
| 7 | G |
| 8 | Rest (hold) |
Repeat with slight variation:
| Note (count) | Variation (quarter notes) |
|---|---|
| 1 | G |
| 2 | B♭ |
| 3 | C |
| 4 | B♭ |
| 5 | A♭ |
| 6 | G |
| 7 | F |
| 8 | Rest (hold) |
How to use it:
- Tempo: Around 85-90 BPM — chill but head-nodding groove
- Instruments: Electric piano, light synth pads, or mellow guitar
- Layer: Add a simple bassline that follows root notes C, E♭, F, G
- Drums: Kick on 1 and 3, snare on 2 and 4, simple hi-hats to keep rhythm
If you want, I can generate a small audio sample or MIDI file for you to try out! Would you like that?
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