In Minecraft, music significantly enhances the gameplay experience. Featuring background tunes, sound effects, and a unique collection of music discs, the auditory component of the game creates a captivating atmosphere. Unlike background music or sound effects, players can use music discs repeatedly at their leisure. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of all the music discs available in Minecraft, along with tips on how to obtain them.
Editor’s Note: Last updated on July 25, 2025, to enhance readability and include new music discs.
1. Music Disc 13
- Location: Dungeons, Ancient City, and Woodland Mansions
- Drop Rate: 21.5%, 16.1%, and 21.8%, respectively
- Description: Creepy Cave Theme
- Composer: C418
- Listen to Music Disc 13
Music Disc 13 features a slower, more unsettling melody reminiscent of the eerie sounds found in the underground cave systems. With metallic clinks, whispered winds, and unsettling echoes, it sets a chilling ambiance. Interestingly, the track falls silent for an eerie 13 seconds at the 1:30 mark.
This disc is mainly acquired from chests in dungeons, ancient cities, and woodland mansions. Alternatively, it drops when a skeleton or a stray kills a creeper. To learn more about creepers and other mobs, read up on all Minecraft mobs.
2. Cat
- Location: Dungeons, Ancient City, and Woodland Mansions
- Drop Rate: 21.5%, 16.1%, and 21.8%, respectively
- Description: Light and Sweet Melody
- Composer: C418
- Listen to Music Disc Cat
The Cat music disc offers a delightful, light-hearted melody characterized by a sweet blend of high and low notes. This disc is ideal for use in time-lapse videos, making it a recognizable piece within the Minecraft community.
Like the previous disc, the Cat can also be found in dungeons, ancient cities, and woodland mansion chests, with a chance of dropping when a skeleton or a stray kills a creeper.
3. Blocks
- Location: Dropped only when a Skeleton or Stray kills a Creeper
- Drop Rate: Approximately 8.33%
- Description: Upbeat Waltz with a Rhythmic Flow
- Composer: C418
- Listen to Music Disc Blocks
The Blocks soundtrack boasts an upbeat tempo, marked by a waltz-like rhythm and a cheerful feel. Notably, this disc isn’t found in chests and can only be obtained by a lucky drop when a skeleton or stray takes down a creeper.
4. Chirp
- Location: Dropped only when a Skeleton or Stray kills a Creeper
- Drop Rate: Approximately 8.33%
- Description: Upbeat Retro Tune with a Quirky Start
- Composer: C418
- Listen to Music Disc Chirp
This music disc features a quirky retro tune, infused with a unique sound sample reminiscent of the 1970s. The Chirp track has a hypnotizing beginning, granting it a distinct appeal, although it can only be acquired when a creeper is killed by a skeleton or a stray.
5. Far
- Location: Dropped only when a Skeleton or Stray kills a Creeper
- Drop Rate: Approximately 8.33%
- Description: Soothing Nature-themed Melody
- Composer: C418
- Listen to Music Disc Far
The Far disc offers a calming and beautiful melody that resonates with nature. It produces an effect akin to the sound of flowing water, making it a peaceful listening experience. Like others, it only drops when a creeper is slain by a skeleton or a stray.
6. Mall
- Location: Dropped only when a Skeleton or Stray kills a Creeper
- Drop Rate: Approximately 8.33%
- Description: Peaceful Track with a Gradual Tempo Change
- Composer: C418
- Listen to Music Disc Mall
The Mall disc serves as a calm and tranquil melody that transitions from a slower pace to a faster tempo. This versatile track is ideal for creating ambiance in time-lapse videos, though it shines best at a lower volume. It can only be obtained as a drop from a creeper killed by a skeleton or a stray.
7. Mellow
- Location: Creeper Drop (Java), Buried Treasure Chest (Bedrock)
- Drop Rate: About 8.33% (Java), 18.9% (Bedrock)
- Description: Melancholic Slow Waltz
- Composer: C418
- Listen to Music Disc Mellohi
The Mellohi disc presents a unique, melancholic waltz, featuring a slow rhythm. While it may not be suitable for party atmospheres, its distinctive sound stands out.
Depending on your game version, you can acquire this disc differently. In the Java edition, it’s a drop from a creeper, whereas in the Bedrock edition, it can be found in buried treasure chests.
8. It became
- Location: Dropped only when a Skeleton or Stray kills a Creeper
- Drop Rate: Approximately 8.33%
- Description: Smooth Jazz Composition
- Composer: C418
- Listen to Music Disc Stal
Jazz enthusiasts will appreciate the Stal disc, which features a slow, nostalgic melody that is both soothing and memorable. As with other discs in this category, it can only be obtained by a creeper being killed by a skeleton or a stray.
9. Street
- Location: Dropped only when a Skeleton or Stray kills a Creeper
- Drop Rate: Approximately 8.33%
- Description: Cheerful Tropical-Inspired Tune
- Composer: C418
- Listen to Music Disc Strad
Strad brings a joyful tune that embodies a tropical ambiance, crafted using diverse instruments to create a harmonious piece. This disc can also only be obtained through a creeper drop.
10. Ward
- Location: Dropped only when a Skeleton or Stray kills a Creeper
- Drop Rate: Approximately 8.33%
- Description: Electronic Beat with a Mysterious Undertone
- Composer: C418
- Listen to Music Disc Ward
The Ward disc starts with an eerie tone reminiscent of Chopin’s Funeral March, gradually evolving into an upbeat electronic piece, while maintaining a slightly dark undertone. Like its counterparts, it drops only when a creeper is killed by a skeleton or stray.
11. Music Disc 11
- Location: Dropped only when a Skeleton or Stray kills a Creeper
- Drop Rate: Approximately 8.33%
- Description: Disturbing Soundscape
- Composer: C418
- Listen to Music Disc 11
This disc features unsettling audio elements, including heavy breathing, eerie knocking sounds, and unsettling ambient noise. Lasting precisely 1 minute and 11 seconds, the abrupt ending further enhances its unsettling effect.
12. Wait
- Location: Creeper Drop (Java), Buried Treasure Chest (Bedrock)
- Drop Rate: Approximately 8.33% (Java), 18.9% (Bedrock)
- Description: Upbeat Remix of the Minecraft Soundtrack
- Composer: C418
- Listen to Music Disc Wait
Very different from the previous track, the Wait disc features an upbeat remix of the main Minecraft soundtrack. It begins quickly, tapers off, but then regains its tempo. It was initially named “Where Are We Now.” Depending on your edition, this disc can be found via buried treasure on Bedrock or as a creeper drop on Java.
13. Otherside
- Location: Dungeon, Ancient City, and Stronghold
- Drop Rate: 3.1%, 8.4%, and 2.5%, respectively
- Description: Uplifting and Modern Track
- Composer: Lena Raine
- Listen to Music Disc Otherside
Otherside may be the most adored music disc in Minecraft, offering a bright, modern sound that diverges from C418’s previous works. Its cheerful vibe makes it fitting for server gatherings and collaborative projects, although it transitions to a darker feel near its end.
This disc is obtained from loot chests found in the dungeons, ancient cities, and strongholds throughout the game.
14. Music Disc 5
- Location for Disc Fragments: Ancient City
- Chance for Disc Fragments: 29.8%
- Composer: Samuel Åberg
- Listen to Music Disc 5
Music Disc 5 starts with familiar in-game sounds such as lighting flint, bat noises, fire crackling, and footsteps. The tone shifts from unsettling to calming, building tension before transitioning into an intricate melody. This track may depict a player’s mining experience, culminating in the intense appearance of a warden.
Notably, Music Disc 5 is unique as it’s the only craftable disc in Minecraft, requiring players to collect nine fragments from ancient city chests. Players can then craft it using a crafting table.
15. Pigstep
- Location: Bastion Remnants
- Drop Rate: 5.6%
- Description: Modern Upbeat Hip-Hop Track
- Composer: Lena Raine
- Listen to Music Disc Pigstep
With a unique blend of hip-hop elements, Pigstep stands out as one of the most dynamic soundtracks added to the game. This lively track enhances the fun of adventures with piglins. Players can find it exclusively in treasure chests located within Bastion remnants.
16. Relic
- Location: Suspicious Gravel in Trail Ruins
- Drop Rate: 8.3%
- Description: Bright Upbeat 8-Bit Melody
- Composer: Aaron Cherof
- Listen to Music Disc Relic
The Relic disc features an uplifting 8-bit tune that fits perfectly into the archeological theme of the game. Players can obtain this disc by brushing suspicious gravel blocks in Trail Ruins. For detailed instructions on how to brush, check out Minecraft’s archeology features.
17. Precipice
- Location: Vaults in Trial Chambers
- Drop Rate: 3.6%
- Description: Cheerful and Upbeat Melody
- Composer: Aaron Cherof
- Listen to Music Disc Precipice
One of the new additions from the Minecraft 1.21 update, Precipice is a vibrant and lively track that commences with a ringing bell and gradually accelerates to a joyful rhythm. This piece is perfect for celebratory moments among friends, available exclusively in trial chamber vaults.
18. Creator
- Location: Ominous Vaults in Trial Chambers
- Drop Rate: 7.5%
- Description: Slower-Paced Ancient and Tinkly Vibe
- Composer: Lena Raine
- Listen to Music Disc Creator
Creator embodies a soft introduction that evolves into a more complex and industrial tune, enhanced by the addition of an electric guitar. It elicits strong emotions upon listening and is exclusively found in ominous vaults within trial chambers, making it a rare gem.
19. Creator (Music Box)
- Location: Decorated Pots in the Corridor of Trial Chambers
- Drop Rate: 1.4% (Java) and 0.8% (Bedrock)
- Description: Soft Music Box Version of the Creator Disc
- Composer: Lena Raine
- Listen to Music Disc Creator (Music Box)
This gentle rendition of the Creator disc is created with a music box, delivering a soothing and soft sound that still retains its ancient charm. It’s more easily obtainable through corridor decorated pots compared to its more elaborate counterpart found in trial chambers.
20. Tears
- Location: Defeat ghasts in Soul Sand Valleys, Nether Wastes, or Basalt Deltas
- Drop Rate: 100% (Both Java and Bedrock)
- Description: Gentle Sounds with Upbeat Music
- Composer: Amos Roddy
The newest addition to the lineup, the Tears music disc, created by Amos Roddy, features a captivating combination of upbeat melodies interwoven with ghast sounds. Players can acquire this disc by defeating ghasts through strategic deflection of their fireballs, ensuring a thrilling challenge as part of the Minecraft Summer Drop 2025.
Minecraft also supports player-created mods and resource packs that enable customizing music discs. You can upload your own soundtracks or effects to be played in your game world. Additionally, enhanced jukebox mechanics allow you to dictate when music is played and paused using Redstone technology. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Minecraft’s music discs. What’s your favorite music disc? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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