How to See Lyrics on Spotify

Enhance your Spotify experience and learn how to see and share lyrics on Spotify with our in-depth guide on how to access song lyrics.
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How often have you confidently belted out words to a song, only to find out they were far from accurate later on? Or maybe you’ve been curious about what exactly the artist is singing about. Either way, you’ll know that scouring the internet for lyrics is time-consuming while listening to the song on the streaming platform. Luckily, that all changed when Spotify released a feature that allows you to access lyrics to most of your favorite songs. Let’s dig in and learn how and why!

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What’s the Fuss About Spotify Lyrics?

Viewing lyrics on Spotify is a game-changer. It’s your backstage pass that allows you a deeper understanding of songs and grants you insight into what the artist is saying. You can sing along without messing up the words and share your favorite lines on social. Plus, it’s a cool way to learn languages and add some new groovy options to your vocabulary. All in all, everyone may have different uses for Spotify lyrics, but one thing remains the same–it’s an awesome feature to know the ins and outs of.

Is Spotify Lyrics Free?

As of today, the Spotify lyrics feature is still free, although it started to experiment with having a paywall for a few users, which might indicate that the music streaming service will have the feature available only for Spotify Premium users.

Getting Started: How to See Lyrics on Spotify

Let’s dive into how to view lyrics on Spotify across multiple platforms. Following the steps listed below will help you experience your favorite music in a whole new way.

How to See Spotify Lyrics on Mobile Apps (iOS and Android)

  1. 1. Open your Spotify app.
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  1. 2. Choose the song you want to play and tap on it.
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  1. 3. Once the song is playing, tap on the “Now Playing” bar at the bottom of the screen.
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  1. 4. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
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  1. 5. If available, you’ll see the song lyrics displayed, and they will scroll in real-time as the song plays.
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How to See Spotify Lyrics on Desktop Application

  1. 1. Open the Spotify desktop app and select a song.
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  1. 2. On the “Now Playing” bar, click on the microphone icon.
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  1. 3. The lyrics will appear and scroll in real-time as the song plays.
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How to See Spotify Lyrics on TV Application

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  1. 1. On your TV, open the Spotify app.
  2. 2. Navigate to the song you want to play and select it.
  3. 3. Open the “Now Playing” view.
  4. 4. Navigate to the right corner to the “lyrics button” and select it to enable lyrics.
  5. 5. Once enabled, the lyrics will appear in the “Now Playing” view.

Sharing Lyrics on Spotify

One of the standout features of Spotify’s lyric integration is the ability to share your favorite lyrics. Not only can you find lyrics on Spotify, but you can also share them on various platforms, allowing you to express yourself musically and invite your friends to sing along with you.

Be aware that it’s only possible to share the lyrics on the Spotify mobile app, and not in any of the other optios (desktop app or web browser app). Wth that being said, here’s how to share songs lyrics on Spotify:

  1. 1. Follow the steps above to view lyrics for the song you’re listening to.
  2. 2. Tap the “Share” button at the bottom of the lyrics screen.
  3. 3. Select the lyrics you want to share, up to five lines.
  4. 4. You can click on Edit to select background color and style of your card, then select where to share the lyrics. Too easy!

Troubleshooting: When Spotify Lyrics Aren’t Showing

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Occasionally, you might find that lyrics aren’t appearing for a particular song. In most cases, this is because the lyrics for that specific song aren’t available on Musixmatch, the source Spotify uses for its lyrics.

If you’re unable to see lyrics on Spotify for multiple songs, there are several troubleshooting steps you can take:

  1. 1. Log out and back into your Spotify account.
  2. 3. Update your Spotify app.
  3. 4. Uninstall and reinstall the Spotify app.
  4. 5. If issues persist, contact Spotify customer support for further assistance.

Expanding Spotify Experience with Third-Party Tools

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Using Spotify’s built-in features, such as lyrics, significantly enriches your music listening experience. However, there are also various third-party tools, like TuneMyMusic, that can further enhance this experience. TuneMyMusic, for instance, allows you to transfer your favorite playlists across various music platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, and more. This is especially helpful for those who use multiple music platforms and want to consolidate their music collection.

Get Singin!

Whether you’re singing along to your favorite tunes or sharing insightful lyrics on social media, Spotify Lyrics is a great feature to take advantage of. And remember, with tools like TuneMyMusic, you can smoothly combine your Spotify experience with other music platforms, ensuring your tunes are always right where you need them!

How to See Lyrics on Spotify: FAQs

Can you see the lyrics on Spotify?

Yes, Spotify has a built-in feature that allows you to see lyrics for the majority of songs across its extensive library.

How do I get lyrics on Spotify?

You can view lyrics on Spotify by clicking on the “Now Playing” bar at the bottom of the app and scrolling down or clicking on the microphone icon, depending on the device you’re using.

Why can’t I see the lyrics on Spotify?

Some songs may not have lyrics available on Spotify. If you’ve tried multiple songs, especially the most famous ones, and still can’t see lyrics, try logging in and out of your Spotify account or reinstalling the Spotify app.

Can I share lyrics from Spotify to other platforms?

Absolutely. You can share selected lines of lyrics from Spotify to other third-party platforms like Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.

Can I edit the cards I share on social media?

Yes! After selecting which lyrics you’d like to share (up to five lines), click edit in the upper right corner. Here, you can change the card color and if you’d like a secondary color to make the lyrics stand out. It’s important to notice that you can only edit it before sharing it on social media. Once you share, you can’t edit the cards already posted.

Can I view Spotify lyrics on my TV?

Yes, Spotify’s lyrics feature is available on TV apps as well. Simply navigate to the “Now Playing” view on a song and enable the lyrics feature.

Wrapping up

The Spotify Lyrics feature is an incredible tool to learn lyrics, explore more about the music, and even sing along with your favorite artists. If you are curious about what Spotify and other music streaming services have to offer, check out our How-To page with incredible tutorials and be up to date with the latest trends in music streaming apps.