Shazam is a popular app that uses your device's microphone to identify music, movies, and TV shows from a short audio sample. Apple Music has also become one of the most popular music streaming services, and its integration with Shazam makes discovering music much easier. Users can connect Apple Music to Shazam and recognize songs within seconds. Once a song is identified, you can play it in Apple Music and add it to your library manually or automatically through syncing. It is also a simple way to discover new artists and genres on Apple Music.
In this guide, you will learn how to use Shazam with Apple Music step by step, from connecting Shazam to Apple Music to recognizing songs and syncing tracks. There is also a bonus tip on how to redeem the Shazam free trial for Apple Music. Let's get started!
Part 1. How to Connect Shazam to Apple Music
Shazam does not need Apple Music to find songs, but connecting them lets you open or save results directly.
Open Shazam and tap My Music, then tap the Settings (gear icon) in the top left. Scroll to the Apple Music section and tap Connect. Sign in with your Apple ID and allow access to your library. After this, Apple Music options will appear on every song you identify.
For iPhone, iPad or Android
01Open the Shazam app on your smartphone. If not installed, download it from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
02Tap Home at the bottom, then tap Settings in the upper right corner to open account and streaming options.
03Under Streaming, tap "Connect" next to Apple Music. If you do not see it, Shazam is already connected.
04When redirected to Apple Music, tap Agree to allow access and enable syncing between both apps.
Part 2. How to Use Shazam to Identify Songs for Apple Music
After connecting Shazam to Apple Music, you can identify songs in different ways depending on your device. All methods use the same Shazam recognition system. It listens to nearby audio, matches it with its database, then shows a result page where you can open or save the track in Apple Music.
2.1 Use the Shazam App
Open Shazam and tap the large Shazam button in the center of the screen. When a song is found, a result card appears with song details. Tap the card to open the full view, then choose Open in Apple Music to check the song or save it in Apple Music.
For iPhone, iPad or Android
01Open the Shazam app. If not installed, download it from the App Store or Google Play.
02Tap the large Shazam button on the home screen.
03Hold your phone near the sound source and wait for Shazam to identify the track.
04Tap the song result to view details like artist, lyrics, and streaming options.
05Tap Open in Apple Music to play the song in Apple Music.
For Mac
01Install and open the Shazam app on your Mac, or enable it from the menu bar if already installed.
02Click the Shazam icon in the menu bar or app window to start identifying music.
03Wait while Shazam listens and shows results in the menu bar history list.
04Click the identified song to open its details from Shazam history.
05Click the Apple Music icon to open the track in the Music app.
2.2 Use Music Recognition from Control Center
Open Control Center and make sure Music Recognition is added. Tap it to start Shazam in the background. It immediately begins listening. When a song is identified, a notification appears. Tap it to open the result and view it in Apple Music. This is a faster option that does not require opening the app.
For iPhone or iPad
01Open Settings, then go to Control Center.
02Tap Add a Control, then select Recognize Music.
03Open Control Center by swiping down from the top right corner.
04Tap Recognize Music and hold your device near the audio source.
05Wait for the notification, then tap it to open the song in Apple Music or Shazam history.
For Mac
01Open Apple menu > System Settings > Menu Bar.
02Click Add Controls, then find Recognize Music.
03Add it to Control Center or enable it in the menu bar.
04When music plays, click Recognize Music and wait for results.
05Click the notification or Apple Music icon to open the song in the Music app.
2.3 Use Siri
Activate Siri and say "What is this song?" Siri listens and shows a result card with the song info. Tap the card, then choose Open in Apple Music to continue in Apple Music.
For iPhone, iPad or Mac
01Activate Siri using voice or device shortcut.
02Say "What is this song" or "Identify this song" while music is playing.
03Wait while Siri uses Shazam to identify the track.
04Tap or click the result to open it in Apple Music.
For Mac
01Open Siri or activate it with a shortcut.
02Ask "What is this song."
03Wait for Shazam identification.
04Click the result to open it in the Music app.
Pro Tip: Use Auto Shazam to Automatically Identify Songs for Apple Music
Auto Shazam keeps listening continuously when enabled in Shazam. Once turned on, it identifies songs in the background even if you leave the app or lock your screen. All results are saved in My Music, where you can open each track and send it to Apple Music. It is useful when music changes often and manual tapping is not practical.
01Open the Shazam app.
02Press and hold the Shazam button.
03Wait for Auto Shazam to turn on.
04Leave the app running while music plays.
05Open Home later to view recognized songs.
06Check My Shazam Tracks in Apple Music if syncing is enabled.
Part 3. How to Add Shazam Songs to Apple Music Playlists
Shazam offers two ways to save songs into Apple Music. You can add them manually for full control or use automatic syncing to save time. Both methods start from your Shazam history and connect directly to Apple Music playlists.
3.1 Manually Add Shazam Songs to Any Apple Music Playlist
Open Shazam and go to My Music. Tap a song to open its details, then tap the More button and choose Add to Playlist. You can select an existing playlist or create a new one in Apple Music.
01Open the Shazam app on your device.
02Go to "Home" > "Library" to view your recognized songs.
03Tap a song you want to add to a playlist.
04Select "Open in Apple Music" to open it in Apple Music.
05Tap "Add to Playlist" in Apple Music.
06Choose an existing playlist or create a new one.
3.2 Automatically Sync Shazam Songs to "My Shazam Tracks" Playlist
If you enable Sync Shazams to Apple Music in Shazam settings, every identified song is automatically added to a playlist called "My Shazam Tracks" inside Apple Music. This creates a running list of all your discoveries without manual saving, making it easier to revisit songs later.
01Open the Shazam app on your device.
02Go to "Home" > "Settings" to access streaming options.
03Turn on "Sync your songs to Apple Music."
04Open the Apple Music app.
05Check your library for the "My Shazam Tracks" playlist.
Part 4. How to Disconnect Shazam from Apple Music
If Shazam is linked to Apple Music, you cannot fully remove the Apple ID-level connection, but you can change the streaming service. In Shazam settings, switch to Spotify instead of Apple Music. New Shazams will then open in Spotify.
For iPhone or iPad
01Open the Shazam app, then go to Home and tap Settings in the upper right corner.
02Under Streaming, tap "Connect" next to Spotify to start switching services.
03When prompted with "Disconnect from Apple Music," tap "Connect to Spotify" to replace Apple Music.
04Sign in to Spotify when redirected and allow access permissions.
05Return to Streaming settings to confirm Spotify is active and Apple Music is disconnected.
Part 5. How to Fix Shazam Not Working with Apple Music
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Shazam cannot recognize songs:
If Shazam is not recognizing songs, first check microphone permission in your device settings and make sure it is enabled. Also confirm your internet connection is stable, since Shazam needs it to match audio. If it still does not work, close the app and reopen it, or restart your device and try again.
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Apple Music is not connected to Shazam:
If songs are not opening in Apple Music, the connection is usually not active or has been interrupted. Go to Shazam settings and make sure Apple Music is connected with your Apple ID. If it still does not work, disconnect Apple Music and connect it again. You can also restart both Shazam and Apple Music and try again.
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Shazam songs not syncing to Apple Music:
If your Shazam history is not syncing, check that "Sync Shazams to Apple Music" is turned on in Shazam settings. You can also check iPhone Settings > Music and make sure Sync Library is enabled. If it still does not sync, turn Sync Shazams to Apple Music off and on again to reset the connection. Restart both Shazam and Apple Music and try again.
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Apple Music tracks will not open from Shazam:
If identified songs will not open in Apple Music, make sure you have an active Apple Music subscription. If everything is active but it still fails, update both apps or reinstall Shazam to refresh the handoff. You can also open the song manually from your Shazam history and try again.
Bonus Tip: How to Get an Apple Music Free Trial with Shazam
In some regions, Shazam may show an offer that connects directly to Apple Music. This works because Shazam is built into iOS features and can guide eligible users into Apple Music through a simple sign up flow.
When available, the offer appears inside My Music as a banner or card. Tap it to open the Apple Music trial screen. Select Try Apple Music, sign in with your Apple ID, and confirm. The trial is then linked to your account and works across all devices using the same Apple ID, with full access to Apple Music streaming and library features. After activation, Shazam and Apple Music work together automatically.
Read More: How to Get Shazam Apple Music Free Trial
How to Keep Access to Apple Music Free Trial with Shazam
During an Apple Music free trial, songs identified in Shazam are only available while the trial is active. To keep access for offline use, some users use ViWizard Apple Music Converter to convert and download tracks on Windows and Mac.
It allows saved or discovered Apple Music songs to be converted into common audio formats for local storage and offline playback. It is often used to keep copies of favorite tracks or organize Shazam discoveries outside Apple Music. Batch conversion and basic output settings also help keep files organized more easily.
Keep Apple Music songs forever by saving them in formats like MP3 to play anywhere.
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