YouTube Music Introduces AI-Powered ‘Hum To Search’ Feature For Effortless Song Discovery

YouTube Music has introduced a new AI feature that makes finding songs much simpler. Users can now locate their desired tracks by humming the melody or singing a few lyrics , thanks to this innovative addition.

This feature, known as ‘ sound search ’ or ‘ hum to search ,’ can be accessed by tapping the search bar and selecting a button with a waveform symbol. This action brings up a screen where users can hum or play the rhythm of the song they are trying to find, as reported by 9to5Google.

Initially available to select Android users in May, the AI song recognition feature has now been launched globally for both Android and iOS users as of Monday, July 15.

This tool is particularly useful for those who can’t recall the name or lyrics of a song but remember its tune or beat.

For users looking to find song playlists tailored to their tastes or mood, YouTube Music is also testing another AI-driven feature called conversational radio. This feature allows users to create custom radio stations by describing the type of music they want to hear, such as “catchy pop choruses” or “upbeat pop anthems.”

Currently available to select YouTube Premium users in the US, the conversational radio feature appears as a card on the home feed with the prompt “Ask for music any way you like,” according to TechCrunch. Clicking on this card displays a user interface where users can enter a prompt or choose from suggested options.