Spotify is expanding its AI capabilities beyond the realm of DJ-ing to revolutionize playlist creation. In a significant move, the streaming music giant has unveiled AI-powered playlists in beta, enabling users to generate personalized playlists based on written prompts.
Initially rolling out to users in the U.K. and Australia on Android and iOS devices, this innovative feature promises a dynamic playlist creation experience like never before. Unlike traditional playlist requests focused solely on genre or time frame, Spotify’s AI playlists open up a world of possibilities. Users can now summon custom playlists tailored to their whims, whether it’s “songs to serenade my cat” or “beats to battle a zombie apocalypse.” From references to places and animals to movie characters and emojis, the options are virtually limitless. Spotify emphasizes that the most compelling playlists emerge from prompts blending genres, moods, artists, and decades.
What sets Spotify’s AI playlists apart is its intelligent refinement process. After generating a playlist, users have the power to fine-tune the selection further by issuing commands like “less upbeat” or “more pop.” With a simple swipe, unwanted songs can be effortlessly removed from the lineup.
Behind the scenes, Spotify harnesses the power of large language models (LLMs) to decipher user intent and craft personalized playlists. Leveraging its extensive knowledge of listeners’ preferences, Spotify ensures that each AI-generated playlist resonates with the individual’s unique taste in music.
Get started with Spotify AI Playlist
To find AI Playlist, head to the Spotify mobile app and select “Your Library” at the bottom-right corner of your screen.
- From Your Library, tap the “+” button at the top-right corner of the app and select “AI Playlist.”
- Select one of the suggested prompts or type your own. Get creative and be specific! For example, you could try creating “sad music for painting dying flowers” or “tracks for horse riding into the sunset.”
- Wait as we do our magic. Spotify will offer some tracks that match the vibe you’re going for.
- From there, you can easily manage the selection of songs by previewing and deleting tracks. Have notes? You can revise and refine the playlists you generate by telling AI Playlist what you’re looking for (i.e., “more pop” or “less upbeat”).
- Tap “Create,” and your new playlist will be saved automatically in Your Library.
Notably, Spotify has implemented safeguards to ensure that the AI remains within ethical boundaries, filtering out offensive prompts and steering clear of sensitive topics or brand references.
This latest innovation underscores Spotify’s commitment to harnessing AI to enhance the user experience. With AI playlists, Spotify continues to push the boundaries of music discovery and personalization, ushering in a new era of tailored content delivery.