The background music market is a segment of the music industry that provides music for various settings, including retail stores, restaurants, hotels, and other public places. It involves the use of licensed music in a commercial environment, and it is often used to create a certain ambiance or to enhance the overall customer experience.

In the past, background music was often provided through physical media such as CDs or cassette tapes, but in recent years, digital music services have become more popular. Many companies now offer digital music solutions that provide businesses with access to a vast library of licensed music that can be played over a sound system or through speakers.