Shazam

Identify songs fast with lyrics and automatic Spotify playlists

Shazam makes those what is this track moments effortless. Tap to listen through your device’s microphone, and within a few seconds it returns the title, the performer, and the album. It draws on a vast online catalog, comparing what it hears against a huge database, so the hit rate is strong even if it is not perfect.

Once a match appears, Shazam gives you practical paths to follow up. You can jump straight to Spotify, Rdio, or Google Play to listen or purchase. The app also enriches each result with extras like on screen lyrics and related videos, turning a quick ID into a deeper dive into the artist and song.

Your discoveries are neatly organized. Every tag is saved to a personal history, making it easy to revisit that tune from the radio or a party. Connect a Spotify account and Shazam goes a step further by creating a My Shazam tracks playlist, keeping a running record of your finds where you already listen. This integration makes building out your library feel automatic.

Shazam’s interface prioritizes clarity, so getting from hearing a song to knowing it takes only a few taps. A refreshed News feed highlights updates from artists you have tagged, including fresh tracks and exclusive videos, and it surfaces friends’ activity for a light social layer. If you want to share a discovery the old fashioned way, you can even email the details to someone.

There are limits. Extremely obscure or unusual recordings may go unidentified, and the service needs an internet connection to compare audio fingerprints. Still, for most everyday listening scenarios, Shazam is a reliable companion that helps you capture fleeting moments of music, learn more about what you hear, and seamlessly add favorites to your streaming playlists.