Best Way to Play Apple Music on GTA 5

Part 1. Can I Play Apple Music on GTA 5?

Yes, but there's no official integration—only workarounds. Think of it 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 to get Apple Music playing on Self Radio. You bring your Apple Music songs as local files, and the game plays them like a personal radio station.

This is still the best way many GTA fans use Apple Music with no problems in real life. To do this, all you really need is a music converter, like ViWizard Apple Music Converter, to turn your Apple Music tracks into playable files for the game.

But there's always a catch. If you're comfortable with mods, there's another option. Some mods let you stream Apple Music live inside GTA 5 by adding a custom radio station on PC:

1. Get Your PC Ready: Make sure you have a legal copy of GTA 5 on PC. Back up your game files before starting.
2. Install ScriptHookVDotNet: Download ScriptHookVDotNet from a trusted website. Then, copy its files into your GTA 5 game folder. This lets the game run custom scripts.
3. Install Cider.NET: Download the Cider.NET mod from gta5-mods.com. Put its files in your GTA 5 folder. This mod runs an Apple Music player inside the game.
4. Start GTA 5: Open the game. The mod will add a new radio station called "Apple Music" or "Cider Radio." You'll also see a small window or background app for the player.
5. Log In to Apple Music: Use the mod's window to sign in with your Apple ID—the same one you use on your phone or computer.
6. Listen to Music: In the game, switch the radio to the new Apple Music station. Your playlists will stream live. You can control music using the game's radio buttons or the mod's controls. Music will keep playing as you explore the game, and you can change songs anytime without leaving.

Part 2. How to Get Apple Music on GTA 5 (Recommended)

"Can I play Apple Music on Self Radio in GTA 5?" Ask this on Reddit, and you'll often get discouraging answers. That's because Apple Music tracks are protected by digital rights management (DRM), which prevents them from playing on just any device—including GTA 5.

This is a common problem for GTA players who want to listen to their favorite Apple Music playlists while gaming. But there's a solid workaround: ViWizad Apple Music Converter.

What You'll Need: ViWizard Apple Music Converter

ViWizard acts as a bridge between Apple Music's DRM-protected songs and platforms like GTA, or any other devices where Apple Music isn't officially supported. It helps users convert their protected Apple Music tracks into standard audio files that can be played freely, overcoming Apple's restrictions and allowing playback on various platforms.

You use ViWizard to download and convert Apple Music songs into regular formats like MP3, WAV, or FLAC, which GTA and many other devices can play. Once converted, you can transfer the files to a USB drive formatted in FAT32 or exFAT and plug it into your PS5 to play music through Self Radio. For PC users, the music is already stored locally, so no complex steps are needed.

Interested? Let's see how ViWizard Apple Music Converter can make this happen!

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Step 1 Install ViWizard and Sign In to Apple Music

Download and install ViWizard Apple Music Converter on your Windows or Mac computer. Open the app and sign in to your Apple Music account using the built-in web player. This gives you full access to your playlists, albums, and entire library right from inside ViWizard.

Step 2 Set the Output Format for GTA 5

Click the settings icon in the top-right corner. From there, choose MP3 as your output format—this is the most compatible format for GTA 5. You can also tweak audio quality settings like bitrate or sample rate if you want, but the default options work just fine.

Step 3 Choose the Songs or Playlists You Want

Browse through your Apple Music library inside ViWizard. When you find a song or playlist you want in GTA 5, click the + button to add it to your conversion list. You can add as many as you want—ViWizard supports batch converting.

Step 4 Convert the Songs

When you're ready, hit the Convert button. ViWizard will start downloading and converting each track into MP3 format. Once it's done, you can find the files in the output folder. Just click the folder icon or open the History tab to locate them easily. Now your Apple Music songs are saved as standard audio files, and you're ready to move them into GTA 5's Self Radio folder or a USB for use on PS5.

Part 3. How to Put Apple Music on GTA 5

After you convert your Apple Music songs, the next step is to get them into GTA 5 so you can listen while playing.

For PC Users

1. Find Converted Music: Locate the folder on your PC where ViWizard saved your converted Apple Music tracks.
2. Copy Files: Copy the MP3 files to a location GTA 5 can access.
3. Open Game Folder: Open your GTA 5 game directory, usually in C:\Program Files or C:\Program Files (x86) for Steam users.
4. Locate User Music: Find the User Music folder inside the game directory.
5. Organize Music: Create subfolders if you want to organize your tracks by genre or artist.
6. Paste Tracks: Paste your Apple Music files into these folders.
7. Launch GTA 5: Start the game and enter the world.
8. Open Settings: Use the in-game phone to go to Settings > Audio.
9. Select Self Radio: Choose Self Radio to let GTA scan your music folders.
10. Wait for Scan: GTA 5 will scan your music. This may take a moment.
11. Play Music: Use Self Radio in-game to listen to your Apple Music tracks.

For PS5 Users

1. Prepare USB Drive: Transfer your converted Apple Music tracks (MP3, WAV, etc.) to a USB drive formatted as FAT32 or exFAT.
2. Connect USB: Plug the USB drive into your PS5.
3. Open Media Gallery: From the PS5 home screen, open the Media Gallery or Music app.
4. Select USB: Choose your USB drive from the device list.
5. Browse Music: Find and play your Apple Music files on the USB.
6. Start GTA 5: Launch GTA 5 on your PS5.
7. Enter Vehicle: Get into a car and open the radio station menu.
8. Select Self Radio: Choose Self Radio to play music from your USB. Your Apple Music tracks will play as you drive around Los Santos.

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.