Streaming music gives instant access to millions of songs, but the stories behind those tracks are often missing. Spotify is now trying to change that.
The company is testing a new feature called “About the Song”, which gives listeners background information about the music they are playing, without leaving the app.
This update aims to make listening more meaningful by helping users connect with songs on a deeper level.
What Is the “About the Song” Feature
About the Song is designed to share short stories linked to individual tracks.
These stories explain how a song was created, what inspired it, and what message it carries.
Instead of searching online, listeners can now learn these details while the song is playing.
The information appears in a simple format that does not interrupt the music experience.
Where You’ll Find Song Stories on Spotify
The new feature appears on Spotify’s Now Playing screen.
While a song is playing, users can scroll down to view story cards related to that track.
These cards are easy to swipe and quick to read.
They include key facts, creative insights, and behind-the-scenes details collected from trusted sources.
This layout keeps the focus on the music while adding helpful context.
Why Spotify Is Adding This Feature
Spotify believes that knowing the story behind a song can make listening more enjoyable.
When listeners understand the meaning or background, they often feel a stronger emotional connection.
This feature also turns passive listening into a more interactive experience, especially for users who are interested in artists, songwriting, and music history.
Availability and Who Can Use It
About the Song is currently in the testing phase.
It is available on mobile devices for both Android and iOS, but not everyone can access it yet.
At the moment, the feature is limited to Spotify Premium users in select English-speaking countries.
It is also not available for every song, as testing is still ongoing.
How to Use the Feature
Using About the Song is simple.
Open the Spotify app and play a song.
Scroll down on the Now Playing screen to check if the story cards are available.
If enabled, you can swipe through multiple cards to read more.
Spotify has also added a feedback option so users and artists can share their thoughts and help improve the feature.
