Hey, you there! Have you ever been in a situation where you heard an amazing song playing but had no idea how to find out the name of the track or who sang it? I bet yes!
Well, worry no more. Today, we're entering the wonderful world of music identification apps. So, get ready to embark on this sonic journey!
Applications to identify music using your cell phone
1. Shazam
Let's start with the giant: Shazam. This app is almost synonymous with music identification. Just open the app, tap the Shazam button and in a few seconds it will tell you the name of the song and the artist.
Shazam also provides links for you to listen to the song on various streaming platforms, such as Spotify and Apple Music. And if you connect to Apple Music, you can even see the lyrics in real time!
2. SoundHound
SoundHound is a close competitor to Shazam. In addition to identifying songs that are playing, SoundHound has a unique feature: it can identify a song that you sing or whistle.
So the next time you just have one melody stuck in your head, you can use SoundHound to find out what song it is!
3. Musixmatch
Musixmatch not only identifies the song playing, but also provides the song's lyrics in real time.
This makes it perfect for those times when you want to sing along but aren't sure of the words.
Musixmatch also has a lyrics translation feature, which is great for those who like listening to music in other languages.
4. Beatfind
Beatfind is another great app for identifying music. In addition to providing the name of the song and artist, it has a flash light feature that pulses in time with the music.
So not only will you find out what song it is, but you'll also have a mini dance party!
5. TrackID
Unfortunately, TrackID, a music identification app created by Sony, has been discontinued.
However, it deserves an honorable mention for its intuitive interface and its track history feature, which allowed users to see songs they had previously identified.
6. Genius
Genius is best known for its annotated song lyrics, but it also has a song identification feature.
And the cool part is that once you identify the song, you can dive into the noted lyrics and discover the meaning behind the words.
7. MusicID
MusicID is another useful app for identifying songs. It not only identifies the song, but also provides additional information such as album art and other albums by the same artist.
Additionally, MusicID allows you to make notes on the songs you have identified, making it a great tool for true music lovers.
8. BeatSnap
BeatSnap is a little different from the other apps on this list. Instead of identifying songs, it lets you create your own beats.
However, it deserves a mention because it's a fun way to explore music and who knows, maybe you'll create the next great song that people will be trying to identify!
