Key facts
- Spotify has launched a new feature called 'User Notes'.
- Users can add personal notes and memories to individual songs on their playlists.
- The feature aims to make playlists more personal and preserve memories associated with songs.
- Notes will be visible to anyone who can view the playlist, linked to the user's profile.
- The feature is available to users aged 16 and older on free and premium plans in select markets.
- Spotify also debuted a new Running Mode feature for premium users.
Spotify is introducing a new feature called 'User Notes' that allows users to add personal captions and memories to individual songs within their playlists. The company announced the feature on Thursday, stating it is designed to let users document why a track was added or when they first discovered it, such as noting a song heard during a trip or a significant personal event.
This initiative aims to deepen playlist personalization and distinguish Spotify from competitors like Apple Music and YouTube Music by offering a journaling-like experience beyond simple music discovery. Spotify believes these notes will collectively illustrate listeners' musical preferences and the moments that influenced them, transforming playlists into more personal spaces.
The 'User Notes' feature is accessible to users aged 16 and older, available on both free and premium subscription tiers in select markets. To use it, users navigate to a playlist, tap the three-dot menu next to a song, select 'Add note,' type their message, and save it. The notes will be visible to anyone who can view the playlist, with the user's name linked to their profile.
In addition to 'User Notes,' Spotify also announced a new 'Running Mode' feature, which curates songs based on a user's running pace and preferences, available to premium users in select countries.