How to Use YouTube Music
Stream music for free with YouTube Music — search for songs, create playlists, and discover new artists.
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YouTube Music is Google's music streaming service. The free version lets you search and play any song with ads between tracks (but your phone screen must stay on). YouTube Music Premium ($11/month) removes ads, allows background play, and lets you download songs offline.
Download YouTube Music from the App Store or Google Play Store. Sign in with your Google account. The home screen shows personalized recommendations based on your listening history.
Search for any artist, song, or album using the search bar. YouTube Music has official recordings plus live performances, covers, and remixes from YouTube. You can switch between "Song" (audio only) and "Video" (music video) modes.
Create playlists: tap "Library" → "New Playlist." While playing a song, tap the three dots → "Add to playlist." YouTube Music also creates automatic playlists like "Your Likes" and "Discover Mix" (personalized weekly recommendations).
If you have a YouTube Premium subscription, YouTube Music Premium is included at no extra cost.
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