Zyzz - Safe And Sound (hardstyle Remix) (sped Up) -
For gym-goers, the simplicity is the point. The high tempo and familiar, nostalgic melody provide an instant dopamine hit required for a "Personal Record" (PR) attempt. Capital Cities – Safe and Sound Lyrics - Genius
"Sped Up," which further increases the tempo, often reaching 160–180+ BPM, creating an intense, frantic energy ideal for heavy lifting or "muzzing" (a style of hardstyle dance). ZYZZ - Safe And Sound (Hardstyle Remix) (sped up)
The song is deeply tied to the legacy of , a fitness icon who became the face of "aesthetic" bodybuilding. For gym-goers, the simplicity is the point
is a high-energy gym anthem that blends the nostalgic 2011 synth-pop of Capital Cities with the aggressive, fast-paced kicks of modern hardstyle. Primarily popularized on TikTok and SoundCloud, this version is a staple of the "Zyzz" or "Gym Hardstyle" subgenre, designed to provide euphoric motivation for intense workouts. Track Overview Original Song: "Safe and Sound" by Capital Cities (2011). The song is deeply tied to the legacy
Some hardstyle fans argue these remixes are "lazy" because they often just speed up the original vocal and overlay a generic kick.
Within the broader electronic music community, this style is polarizing: