Spotify is testing a new way to find music that feels closer to a natural conversation. With its AI feature Talk to Spotify, users can search for songs, podcasts, and audiobooks by speaking or typing to the app.
The feature is part of Spotify’s broader push to bring more artificial intelligence into its streaming experience. Instead of relying only on keywords, users can describe a mood, resume a playlist that stopped earlier, or look for content they have heard before.
Search that adapts to listening habits
Spotify says the system responds to listening history, saved playlists, favorite artists, and in-app behavior. That means results are not determined only by the words entered, but also by patterns the app has already recorded.
| Feature | How It Works | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Talk to Spotify | Search for songs, podcasts, and audiobooks through voice or text | Beta |
| AI Response | Adjusts to listening history, playlists, favorite artists, and user habits | Limited |
| Early Access | Available from the Home and Now Playing menus in the mobile app | Select users |
Talk to Spotify can be accessed through the Home and Now Playing menus in the mobile app. The early rollout is being released gradually in beta for Premium subscribers aged 18 and above.
Limited to a few countries for now
Spotify says the initial launch is taking place in the United States, Ireland, and Sweden. The service is also limited to English and is available on iOS and Android devices.
Because the feature is still in beta, Spotify notes that the AI response is not always perfect and will continue to improve based on feedback and user experience.
The Verge described the feature as an extension of Spotify’s earlier AI strategy. The difference is that Talk to Spotify creates a more interactive experience by using listening data more directly.
Until now, most users have interacted with Spotify through manual search or automated recommendations. With Talk to Spotify, the company is trying to open a two-way conversation so content discovery feels faster and more closely matched to the listener’s mood.
Although access remains limited by region and user group, the feature points to a broader direction in streaming services, where AI is becoming more central to search and recommendations.
| Release Detail | Information | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Markets | United States, Ireland, Sweden | Initial rollout |
| Supported Language | English | Beta phase |
| Supported Devices | iOS and Android | Mobile app |
The beta rollout is still narrow, but it signals how Spotify wants to make discovery less mechanical and more conversational. For eligible Premium users, the app is beginning to behave less like a search box and more like a listening assistant.