Key Highlights
- Search for songs on YouTube by simply humming
- Works best with simple, catchy tunes
- Make sure your app is updated to the latest version
Ever had a tune stuck in your head but unable to remember the words? Well, it can be frustrating, especially when you can’t figure out the song. Usually, you might turn to an app like Shazam to identify the tune. But now, YouTube has made it easier for you. The platform has introduced a new feature that lets you search for a song by simply humming, singing, or whistling it. Let’s get to know how.
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How To Use YouTube’s Song Search Feature
Before you start, make sure your YouTube app is up-to-date. You will need the latest version of the Android YouTube Music app, which is currently 7.02.51. You can update it directly via the Play Store on your Android device.
Step 1: Open the YouTube app on your phone.
Step 2: Look for the search icon at the top right corner of the screen. Tap it to open the search bar.
Step 3: Now, there will be a small microphone icon next to the search bar. Tap on it to begin searching by sound.
Step 4: Now, hum, sing, or whistle the tune that’s stuck in your head. YouTube will listen and try to find the song that matches your melody.
Step 5: YouTube will show you a list of songs that it thinks matches your tune. If it finds the right song, you can tap on it to listen. If not, try humming again.
To use this function, you must enable YouTube to access your microphone. If you’re worried about privacy, you can choose to allow access only while using the app or turn it off after searching. This feature works best with popular, simple, or catchy songs. However, it might struggle with more complex genres. So, keep it simple when using this feature.
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Conclusion
YouTube’s new feature makes it easy to find songs by humming or whistling. It quite a useful feature for those times when you can’t remember the lyrics but can’t get the melody out of your head. Try it out the next time you have a tune you can’t shake.
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