By Harshit
November 12, 2025
Research shows that adults over 50 who listen to calming music 30–60 minutes before bed enjoy significantly better sleep quality than non-listeners.
Slow-tempo music (60–80 BPM) with gentle, soothing melodies helps improve sleep quality more effectively than fast or upbeat tunes.
Listening to calming music consistently for over four weeks led to significantly better sleep quality compared to short-term or irregular use.
While music can enhance sleep quality for most people, it’s less effective for those with severe sleep apnea or medical-related sleep disorders, as it mainly improves restfulness rather than sleep dur
Listening to music at high volume or combining it with stimulants like caffeine or screen time can diminish its calming effect and reduce its overall sleep benefits.
Music can slow heart rate and breathing, signaling relaxation, while also lowering cortisol levels — the body’s primary stress hormone — to promote a calmer state.
Maintain a consistent bedtime routine that includes relaxing music. If you wake up during the night, avoid upbeat tracks and instead continue with soothing music or silence to help you fall back aslee
Adding gentle music to your bedtime routine is an affordable, drug-free way to enhance sleep quality. It’s especially beneficial for those whose rest is disrupted by stress, anxiety, or noise, making