The GTA 6 trailer was full of action, with explosions, airboat chases, and even a fight on a plane. The song "Hot Together" by the Pointer Sisters added extra excitement and got many players talking about music in the game.
Since GTA 6 was delayed to November 19, 2026, fans are still asking if Rockstar will add streaming music support, like Apple Music. Players have wanted this for a long time, but until then, they have found ways to listen to their own music in GTA. So, can you play Apple Music on GTA? Yes, but there's no official integration - only workarounds. One popular method is using GTA 5's Self Radio to play Apple Music songs.
It is not an official feature, but it works well for many players. The problem is that GTA does not let you connect Apple Music directly. The in-game radios do not show your playlists, so players import their favorite songs themselves.
In this guide, you will learn how to add and play Apple Music on GTA 5 using Self Radio on PC, along with some Apple Music radio mods that are worth trying.
Method 1: Play Apple Music in GTA 5 via the Built-In Self Radio
Think of GTA 5's Self Radio like driving a car where the infotainment system doesn't have Apple Music or any music app, but plays songs from a USB drive instead. That's basically how it works in GTA 5 when getting Apple Music to play on Self Radio.
Self Radio lets users create a custom station using their own music files. Normally, Self Radio plays audio files from a specific folder on your PC. When it comes to streaming Apple Music songs, they are protected by DRM and need a bit of setup to convert them to a compatible format like MP3.
What You'll Need: ViWizard Apple Music Converter
To do this, you usually need a music converter called ViWizad Apple Music Converter, which helps convert Apple Music tracks, albums, playlists, and even an entire library directly to your computer. Once downloaded, they are unlocked and users can place them in the Self Radio folder.
Key Features of ViWizard Apple Music Converter
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- Convert Apple Music songs, albums, playlists, and artists into MP3 for easy access
- Preserve lossless audio, high-resolution lossless, and Dolby Atmos quality
- Strip DRM from Apple Music for unrestricted offline listening
- Save converted audio files while retaining full ID3 tag details
Convert Apple Music Playlists to MP3
Download and install ViWizard Apple Music Converter on your Windows PC or Mac.
Open the converter and log in using your Apple ID if prompted.
Browse your Apple Music library inside the program.
Select the songs, albums, or playlists you want to convert.
Click the Add or + button to load the tracks into the conversion list.
Open Preferences and go to the Conversion settings.
Set the output format to MP3.
Click Convert to start exporting the tracks.
Open the output folder after conversion finishes to find your MP3 files.
Add Apple Music Files to GTA 5 Self Radio
Open File Explorer on your PC.
Go to: Documents > Rockstar Games > GTA V.
Open the User Music folder.
Copy your converted Apple Music MP3 files.
Paste the files into the User Music folder.
Launch GTA 5 on your PC.
Open the Pause Menu.
Click Settings.
Select Audio.
Turn Auto‑Scan for Music to On.
Click Perform Full Scan for Music.
Enter a vehicle in the game.
Open the radio wheel.
Select Self Radio to play your Apple Music tracks.
Method 2: Play Apple Music in GTA 5 via In-Game Media Apps and Mods
PC players can use mods or media apps to stream Apple Music or other playlists directly in GTA 5. Some mods, while rare, help stream Apple Music live inside GTA 5 by adding a custom radio station on PC. However, the actual functionality and features may depend on the mod itself and can still be limited by DRM restrictions, so not all playlists may work perfectly.
Make sure you have the PC version of GTA 5 installed.
Back up your GTA 5 game files before installing mods.
Download ScriptHookVDotNet from a trusted mod website.
Extract the downloaded files.
Move the ScriptHookVDotNet files into your GTA 5 installation folder.
Download a custom radio or media player mod that supports external music playback.
Extract the mod files on your computer.
Copy the mod files into your GTA 5 directory following the mod instructions.
Launch GTA 5 after installation finishes.
Enter a vehicle in the game.
Open the radio station wheel.
Select the new radio station added by the mod.
Log in to your Apple Music account or load your music files if the mod supports it.
Play your Apple Music tracks while driving in the game.
Method 3: Play Apple Music in GTA 5 via Phone or External Speaker
Compared to the previous two methods, this may make less sense because it involves playing Apple Music on a phone or external speaker while gaming with GTA 5 on PC. Still, it works for some players who just want background music while playing GTA 5.
Open the Apple Music app on your phone, tablet, or computer.
Browse your music library.
Select a playlist or album you want to play.
Connect your device to headphones, speakers, or your gaming setup.
Tap Play to start the music.
Launch GTA 5 on your PC, PlayStation, or Xbox.
Open the Pause Menu in the game.
Click Settings.
Select Audio.
Lower the Music Volume if you want the in‑game radio to be quieter.
Bonus: Play GTA 5 Radio Stations on Apple Music
Rockstar Games also created a radio collection featuring music from Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead Redemption, Midnight Club, and more. Some playlists even replicate the in-game stations, including genres, tracks, and DJs from Los Santos. Even when you are not in Los Santos, you can listen outside the game and rediscover tracks you may have missed, or just relive the experience.
Open the Apple Music app on your device.
Tap the Search tab.
Type Grand Theft Auto V in the search bar.
Browse the available playlists and soundtrack albums.
Select a playlist featuring music from GTA 5 radio stations.
Tap Play to start listening.
Tap Add to Library if you want to save the playlist for later.
Summary
In this guide, we've answered the question that's been on the minds of many GTA 5 players: Can you play Apple Music in the game? While it's true that Apple Music comes with its own set of restrictions due to copyright protection, we've shown you a path to enjoy your favorite tracks while cruising through the streets of Los Santos. By converting your Apple Music playlists and songs to a compatible format and integrating them into GTA 5's self-radio feature, you can create a truly personalized gaming soundtrack. All you need is a ViWizard Apple Music Converter.
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Adam Gorden, the digital media specialist at ViWizard, is dedicated to providing the best solutions for digital media management, including audio and video conversion, file optimization, and media workflow enhancements.
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