Here is our selection of light and quirky 'subtle comedy' royalty-free music tracks. This selection from our production music library features music with a goofy, oddball and whimsical sound - not so much 'in your face' but rather, a more sophisticated comical approach. These stock music tracks will go great with light comedy, sneaking around, candid camera, quirky scenes, animation and more. Royalty free music tracks to license and download in WAV and MP3.
A light, slightly playful and whimsical track. Cute and innocent. Happy, but not too intense. Child-like curiosity. For life's quirky and cheeky moments. [Tempo: Medium / 122 BPM]
A curious and quirky little track, with a sense of mockery and slight mischief. Arcane / Odd / Unusual. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 120 BPM]
This catchy, piano-driven uplifting track conveys an optimistic and playful energy. Pizzicato strings play the friendly melody, backed up by xylophone, marimba, bass and drums. This track is excellent for positive flavored commercials, drama, comedy and travel programming. [Tempo: Medium / 112 BPM]
This track has a happy, care free feel of simple pleasures and every day joy. Bright and bubbly, toe-tapping, and with a feel good vibe. It's not exactly Pop, not exactly Folk, not exactly Country and not exactly Children's music either, but has something of each of these genres. Perhaps vacations, fun days, enjoying life and the simple things. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]
Cheerful and retro-fun, this music track is inspired by the game show jingles of the 60’s and 70’s. Groovy flutes, trumpets and trombone play the light melody while laid back electric guitar, organ, xylophone, bass and drums undergird the snappy rhythm. Highly suitable as music for period pieces around the 1960’s-70’s, commercials and comedy. [Tempo: Medium / 132 BPM]
Light and jovial in a retro-cool package, this music track swings like a cheerful pop song from the 1960’s. Flutes, vibraphone and bells play the catchy melody while the rhythm section is played on bass, organ, and drums. Great music for period pieces around the 1960’s-70’s, commercials and comedy. [Tempo: Medium / 83 BPM]
An traditional French folk song, performed on two accordeons for a suitably French sound. Tango Feel. Simple but effective - captures the spirit of France. Also nice for comedy, funny video, candid camera and more. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Fun loving and positive, this marimba-pizzicato string based tune is excellent at capturing the pleasant tone of a moment. Accompanied by nylon string guitar, bass, drum and shaker. Great for moments of celebration, adventure and fun. Excellent music for commercials, comedy, travel and lifestyle. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
Summery light and inspirational, caring and excited is what this track conveys. The instruments include pizzicato strings, marimba, grooving drums and bass, shaker, bells, and synth pad. Excellent for commercials, travel and drama/comedy based themes. [Tempo: Medium / 99 BPM]
A cheeky and charming little French number. Available in a vocal version (retro French chic style, male/female duet) and an instrumental version, this light hearted waltz has a quintessentially French style and sound. [Tempo: Medium / 180 BPM]
A French or European style accordeon waltz with a slightly hellish feel, this track will go well with anything France, Gypsy, or traditional Europe. It has a subtle undertone of humor, with a tuba solo some way in. Will work for travel and culture, as well as for comedy and productions needing a unique touch. [Tempo: Medium / 197 BPM]
A French or European style accordeon waltz with a slightly hellish feel, this track will go well with anything France, traditional Europe, Eastern Europe / European backcountry. It has a subtle undertone of humor, and will work for travel, culture, historical, as well as for dark humor. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 130 BPM]
Positive, upbeat and motivational track with Ukulele, Acoustic/Electric Guitars, bass and drums. Catchy and exciting melodies create a perfect background for advertising. [Tempo: Fast / 93 BPM]
A procession of fire eaters, freaks and magicians mixed with the monochrome charm of a 1950's science fiction B movie. Mysterious, beautiful & grotesque in equal measures with just a pinch of ironic humour. A great Halloween track. There are two different mixes available: Version A has a "bubbly magic" sound which is not included in Version B. [Tempo: Medium / 90 BPM]
A very different and charming little piece. Nice vocal hook. Skewed off-center, leftfield, different, understated and laidback. Great as a feelgood track for advertising or as an intro / title theme. Available in various versions / instrumentations. [Tempo: Medium / 110 BPM]
A short (30 seconds) track starts with a real 'undercover spy / detective' funky sound and then finishes off with a melodic fun theme. The alternative '20-secs' version drops the melodic theme towards the end. [Tempo: Medium / 118 BPM]
Cool and swingin' jazz tune, great as a retro childrens music track. Mellow and cheecky trumpet lick, strolling jazz rhythm and playful piano tinkles. This one's got plenty of attitude, but is still nicely laidback and fun. The live trumpet performance gives it a nice human touch and character. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 145 BPM]
A fun and playful ska. Organ and horns top line, funny woodblocks percussion. Different and cheeky. [Tempo: Medium / 110 BPM]
Cool and jazzy piano over a clock-like ticking woodblock rhythm. Accompanied by pizzicato strings and upright bass. Reminiscent of "Peanuts" and Charlie Brown. Nice for time-related subjects, such as game shows and competitions, or corporate videos. In Version 2 happy flute closes the piece, ideal for emphasising an achievement. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]
A collection of bright and feel-good jazz pieces that are made to work well together, but each part also works great on it's own. Whimsical, carefree and playful jazz, suitable for fun and games, feelgood presentations, cartoons, childrens TV and much more. [Tempo: Fast / 163 BPM]
Harry Potter meets the Addams Family in Wisteria Lane! An engaging black comedy symphony with dark, eccentric orchestration, a woozy hookline and big brassy ending. Good for ads or rolling credits with a central theme of 30 seconds duration. If you like this you may also like the Elliot Simons tracks 'An Unfortunate Incident' and 'Another Lovely Day'. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 64 BPM]
A big bass drum, tuba, accordian & piano set out the 3-4 rhythm for a memorable melody line in this jaunty bohemian waltzer. Burlesque, boisterous and gloriously chubby. If you like this you may also like the Elliot Simons tracks 'An Unfortunate Incident' and 'Carnaval De Paris'. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 160 BPM]
This track sounds like the ingredients Reggae, Acoustic and Pop have all been mixed within a summer dish to create this joyful soundtrack. With influences such as Jack Johnson and Jason Mraz, this track is a beautiful uplifting track. [Tempo: Fast / 97 BPM]
Fun background music with a swing feel. Played by melodic acoustic piano, live bass, groovy brush drums and uplifting shaker. Great for children project, family album, video game, flash animation or anything that needs chic retro music on the one hand and modern funny tune on the other. [Tempo: Medium / 127 BPM]
Slow old time rag. Historical, retro, novelty. Muted trumpet over guitar, piano, bass and drums. Cheeky and fun. A little bit bluesy. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 75 BPM]
Two short stingers/idents in kids / childrens music style. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
A comedic and funny cue underscoring a multitude of hilarious predicaments from a bad date to a bad first impression to bad practical joke. Also, sneaking and scheming. Pizzicato strings, piano, humor, vibraphone, clarinet, and percussion. [Tempo: Slow / 105 BPM]
Odd and quirky, strange, rhythmic, with world/ethnic percussion, glass tinklies, celeste, accordeon and strings. Like weird creatures, fun ideas, playful activity. Kids, children, funny animals, cute aliens or other beings. Nice 'oddball' novelty track. [Tempo: Medium / 80 BPM]
A playful and whimsical orchestral music tune. Action filled and fun, cheeky, like the music in Home Alone or Desperate Housewives. Great music for family movies, comedy, games, commercials and much more. [Tempo: Fast / 0 BPM]
Effervescent, Whimsical & slightly unhinged. This black comedy chamber music is similar in feel to Tim Burton's Danny Elfman scores. Breaks and interludes can be edited against narrative to create different moods. Portrays happy, mysterious, melancholic and sinister overtones in equal measures. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 90 BPM]
A short, fun, orchestral track. Playful and whimsical. Good for comedy, clowns or on-stage kids show, animation and more [Tempo: Fast / 172 BPM]
A light and gentle orchestra/pop crossover track. Pizzicato, harp, acoustic guitar, gently flowing string chords later joined by drum patterns and deep, soft bass tones. Delicate and appealing. Beauty, enjoyment, heavenly, children. [Tempo: Medium / 86 BPM]
A really nice, happy and playful kids track with a subtle world / jungle / exotic / discovery / travel and adventure type feel. Cool marimba groove with bongos and a cute & perky flute melody. Great for childrens TV, games and more. Lasts 30 seconds. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
Fun, lighthearted and chirpy track with a whistled melody and jazzy acoustic backing. Perfect for kids tv, comedies, commercials or any cheerful, carefree character or situation. Features acoustic guitars, bass, soft drums and whistling. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 105 BPM]
Traditional jazz, stride piano music. Happy and funny with a fast tempo. One minute of music, will be great for old movies scenes, commercials, and other projects. [Tempo: Medium / 110 BPM]
Quirky / Acoustic / Summer Time. "Can't Stop Me" is a definite hit with people of all ages. With Ska & Reggae influences and "cheesy organ" lines, this is a perfect summer time track. Double time ending brings a "get up and jive" feel to the track. Playful and lighthearted. [Tempo: Medium / 96 BPM]
Acoustic / Quirky / Up Beat. This pleasant, happy piece is sure to make you want to sway your head and shoulders in time with the track. Simple yet catchy melodies make this piece what it is. Homely, light hearted, charming. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
A very happy, tongue-in-cheek, joyful and playful track featuring ukulele and whistling, with background vocals and bass/drums joining in later. A happy-go-lucky, care free track to illustrate the simple pleasures in life. Has a certain homely, farmland type "back to nature" feel. Fun and charming. Also available without the whistling. [Tempo: Medium / 85 BPM]
Happy go lively jazz theme inspired by those classic sixties sitcoms such as Bewitched, I Dream Of Jeannie and Father Knows Best. Great for spoofs and comedy. [Tempo: Fast / 142 BPM]
A cute piano driven track with gentle melodies accompanied by acoustic guitar. This composition builds throughout, becomes high energy by the end. Suitable for a large variety of projects. [Tempo: Medium / 117 BPM]
Bells and whistles play this up-tempo track’s catchy melody. It conveys a rush and urge for innocent adventure and discovery. Pushing the rhythm along are the acoustic guitars, synth, bass and drums. Great for adventure, travel, comedy, family and relationship dramas. [Tempo: Fast / 208 BPM]
This piano-based pop music track is bursting with excitement and joy. There’s a touch of “vacation” also with the marimba layering the piano melody. This upbeat track is pushed along by electric guitars, bass and drums. Perfect music for travel, vacation, undiscovered destination programming, also suitable for family and relationship dramas and comedies. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 152 BPM]
This early country pop music track swings and sways, bops and rocks. Its honky tonk, twangy electric guitar melody has that quintessential Nashville tone which plays over a tight arrangement of saloon piano, acoustic guitars, double bass and drums. This is a great music for comedy, light drama, period pieces, rural programming and commercials. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 114 BPM]
This sweet, lemonade-simple pop track is perfect for reproducing an innocent and easy-going atmosphere. The guitars, bass and brush drums yield a very acoustic sounding setting on which the piano and bells play. Its clean simplicity and light country accent is perfect for commercials, family, relationship dramas, travel, online how-to videos and documentaries. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 99 BPM]
Modern pop music mixed with music elements from the 50's, inspired by Meghan Trainor. Fun, upbeat and cool tune with saxophones, piano and an urban rhythmic feel. [Tempo: Medium / 140 BPM]
Laid back cheesy muzak, with a dreamy melody over a retro groove, reminiscent from Raindrops Keep Falling On My head, by Burt Bacharach. Floating easy listening music. [Tempo: Slow / 110 BPM]
Happy jazz music inspired by those classic sixties sitcoms such as Bewitched, I Dream Of Jeannie and Father Knows Best. Great for spoofs and comedy. Retro kitch fun. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 180 BPM]
Acoustic guitar, finger picking country / folk style. Up-tempo, jolly and cheerful, slightly bluesy. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 101 BPM]
Uptempo, old-style Gypsy Jazz / Django type music, with a fun, jumpy feel. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 139 BPM]
Fun and feelgood, upbeat Gypsy Jazz / Hot Club of France style. Toe-tapping and light hearted. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 100 BPM]