Turn it up: Apps to identify songs

We’ve all been there: you just heard a great new song but you don’t know the artist or title. Fortunately, these helpful apps can identify all the catchy earworms caught in your head that you simply can’t stop humming.

Press “S” to identify any live or recorded music that catches your ear or automatically track the songs around you throughout the day. You can also save your favorite Shazams to your playlists, discover the discographies of artists you love, or buy tickets to their upcoming concerts in your area.

Identify songs as soon as you hear (or hum) them, then sync with your Spotify account to add new favorites to your playlists. Want more audio? Browse trending songs on SoundHound’s genre charts, or musical categories from alternative to country, and karaoke on the go with Live Lyrics.

Search their database of 10 million+ lyrics by title, artist, or even just a single line. Then share and sing along with line-by-line synchronization of words and translations in 100+ languages. You can also use the FloatingLyrics tool across your favorite music players for a seamless experience.

Tap the app while songs are playing to view their lyrics and the stories behind them. Score IQ points by sharing your own musical knowledge with the Genius community. Or view breaking industry news, stream original content, and discover trending tracks plus information about their creators.