Instagram Tips And Tricks: How To Share Music/ Songs As DMs With Friends On Instagram

(Last Updated On: March 25, 2025)

Key Highlights

  • Instagram allows music sharing to contacts
  • Feature available on Android and iOS apps
  • Music and songs can be shared as DMs (Direct Messages)

Instagram is definitely a pandora’s box when it comes to features and tools. Started as a photo sharing app, it has evolved as one of the most popular social media platforms offering option to share short videos (Reels) and more. Even a simple post upload is more intuitive and engaging on Instagram which can be downloaded and installed across Android and iOS platforms. You all must be aware that Instagram has a vast music library that one uses for Reels and even standard posts. Selecting your favorite song for your Instagram post is a process of just a few taps. But do you know that instead of uploading a song as a Reel or post, you can share it with your friends too? Interested in knowing the steps? Read on below:

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Steps To Share Songs/ Music As DMs On Instagram

Step 1: On your smartphones launch the Instagram mobile app. Make sure you are logged in to your profile

Step 2: Go to the DM (Direct Messaging section)

Step 3: Open the chat window where you want to send the song

Step 4: In the message type section tap on Sticker icon

Step 5: Now, click on the Music feature (Note, this a new feature addition)

Step 6: Search for the song or music that you wish to send to this contact as a DM

Step 7: If the song shows up in the music library, just tap on it to send to the contact

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