How to Add Songs to Shazam: A Comprehensive Guide

The Shazam app has been a popular tool for recognizing and discovering music since its inception. If you’ve ever been curious about how to add a song to the Shazam database, this article will guide you through the process. However, it's important to note that Shazam does not support manual song additions directly. Instead, it uses its advanced recognition technology to identify and add songs to your library and the Shazam database.

Adding Songs to Your Library

To add a song to your Shazam library, follow these steps:

Open the Shazam App: Launch the app on your device. If you don't have it, download it from the App Store or Google Play. Tap the Shazam Button: Press the big blue button in the center of the screen. This will start listening for music. Identify the Song: Hold your device near the source of the music. Shazam will listen and try to identify the song. View the Result: Once Shazam identifies the song, it will display the title, artist, and album. You can then save the song by tapping the heart icon or the “Add to Library” option.

Accessing Your Library

To find all the songs you have identified and saved, visit your library. Shazam organizes your library in a way that makes it easy to navigate and manage your music collection.

Manually Adding Songs to the Shazam Database

Shazam does not support manual song additions directly. However, if you are experienced with music metadata and have accurate information about a song, you can help contribute to the Shazam database by attempting to repair incorrect information.

Check and Report Errors: If you suspect that a song in the Shazam database is incorrectly identified, you can report it for correction. Shazam relies on user feedback to improve its accuracy. Use Connected Music Services: While Shazam itself doesn’t support manual song additions, you can create playlists in connected music services like Apple Music or Spotify. These services can then be integrated into Shazam when you’re prompted during the Shazam experience.

FAQs

Q: How do I report an incorrect song identification in Shazam?

A: If you find a song incorrectly identified in Shazam, you can report it by tapping on the incorrect result and selecting the option to report a false positive or misidentication. This feedback helps Shazam become more accurate over time.

Q: Can I manually add songs to Shazam without a voice sample?

A: Shazam does not allow manual submission of song information directly. However, you can contribute to the accuracy of the database by reporting incorrect identifications.

Conclusion

Adding songs to the Shazam app is a seamless process, but it’s crucial to understand that Shazam relies on its recognition technology to identify songs. While manual additions are not supported, you can contribute to improving the database by reporting incorrect identifications. Enjoy exploring and identifying your favorite songs with Shazam!