We had been waiting for it for years and, honestly, it was time. Spotify has just announced a global rollout of several functions related to song lyrics, something that competitors like Apple Music have already handled with ease for a long time. The most notable novelty is the translation of lyrics in real time, which now reaches the entire world after a long period of testing limited to a few markets.
This feature, available to both free version users and subscribers Premiumallows you to press a translation button in playback view to see the lyrics in your native language just below the original. It is a fantastic addition for those of us who enjoy international music without being polyglots, and it arrives just in time to understand what Bad Bunny will sing in his next performance. However, it is not all good news for all users, as the Swedish company continues to look for ways to add exclusive value to its paid subscription.
Offline letters will be exclusive for payment
This is where Spotify takes the scissors to differentiate its users. The new function of offline lyrics It will be limited only to Premium subscribers. If you are one of those who download music to listen to it on the plane or on the subway without coverage, now the lyrics will be automatically downloaded along with the song. It is a notable quality of life improvement: no more humming and making up the lyrics when 4G abandons you.
On the other hand, the interface also receives a facelift according to what the company press room. You'll now see a preview of the lyrics directly on the Now Playing screen, without having to deliberately scroll down. It is a subtle change but it makes the experience more fluid and visual. Although these improvements are appreciated, one cannot help but think that they arrive somewhat late in an industry where user experience It is the main battle.
Do you think blocking offline lyrics behind a paywall is fair or should it be a basic feature for everyone?
