Listening to music on Spotify has always been personal — just ask the millions who enjoy Wrapped, On Repeat, or Discovery Weekly every year. Now Spotify wants to make that experience even better with artificial intelligence.
The company has introduced AI DJ, a new feature that uses smart technology and voice to create a music mix made just for you. Instead of only playing songs, AI DJ talks to you and smoothly moves between tracks, like a DJ who knows what you want to hear.
In this post, we'll explain how AI DJ works, how to get access, and what to do if it's not showing up on your app. Whether you're a Spotify regular or just curious about the latest AI trend, here's everything you need to know about Spotify AI DJ mode.
Part 1. What Is AI DJ Mode on Spotify?
AI DJ is a feature that creates a personalized music mix just for you, using smart tech to choose songs based on your listening habits. Compared to other Spotify features, it's more like "Radio Stations" than playlists like "Daily Mixes" or "Discover Weekly." It doesn't save a list you can replay later — instead, it offers a live music experience that adapts as you listen.
What makes AI DJ stand out is the AI voice that talks to you between songs. It's based on Xavier "X" Jernigan, the official voice of Spotify. It shares song names, artist info, and fun facts, making it feel like you've got a personal DJ. Sometimes it even sounds unintentionally funny — like when it said, "Bob Dylan was one of the most important artists of the one-thousand nine-hundred and sixties." A little awkward, sure, but overall, it adds a human touch that makes the experience more playful and engaging, unlike some music features that can feel too polished or predictable.
Part 2. How Does Spotify AI DJ Mode Work?
AI DJ works by analyzing your favorite artists, liked songs, and listening patterns. Based on that, it creates a dynamic mix tailored to your mood. Unlike static playlists, it adjusts in real time — leaning into mellow tracks when you're winding down or digging up deep cuts from artists you've been into lately. While the music plays, the AI voice gives you quick intros, artist facts, or a heads-up about what's coming next.
Premium users can now talk to the DJ. Just press and hold the DJ button in the bottom-right corner of the mobile app, wait for the beep, and ask for what you want — like "play relaxing music for the evening" or "give me new indie songs."
The more you listen, the smarter it gets. Skipping a song tells it you're not into it. Letting a track play helps fine-tune your taste. It constantly learns and evolves with you.
To use AI DJ, you'll need a Premium account in a supported country. It's currently in English and mainly available on the mobile app for iPhone and Android. It can appear on desktop too, but that version still feels unfinished. From our testing, it pops up now and then, but isn't always available — Spotify seems to treat it as a beta feature on desktop. That said, once you launch it on mobile, you can stream it to your desktop and keep listening there.
- Wrapped: At the end of each year, Wrapped shows your top songs, artists, and moods. AI DJ also uses this kind of info to play music you love.
- Daily Mixes: These are playlists based on what you already like. They're easy to play anytime and always feel familiar.
- AI Playlists: Let AI build playlists for you based on a unique prompt in a chat. Currently only available in English-speaking countries.
- Smart Shuffle: Adds songs automatically to your queue that match your playlist style. It's like regular shuffle, but more clever.
- Enhanced: Adds songs to your playlist that fit well with what's already there. It helps fill the gaps. It's more favored than Smart Shuffle because you control what stays or goes.
FAQs
Is Spotify AI DJ mode available to all users?
No. It's only for Premium subscribers in the U.S., Canada, U.K., and Ireland.
Can I use AI DJ mode offline?
No. You need an internet connection to use AI DJ mode.
Does AI DJ mode work with all music genres?
It works with many genres, but results can vary depending on your listening habits.
Can I use AI DJ mode with podcasts or audiobooks?
No. AI DJ mode is only for music, not spoken word content.
Part 3. How to Get Access to AI DJ Mode on Spotify
It's easy to get started if you have a Premium account. It works on both your phone and sometimes computer. If you don't see the DJ option, check that your app is updated and that AI DJ is available where you live.
For Mobile:
- Open Spotify: Launch the mobile app on your iPhone or Android device.
- Go to Music Feed: Tap the Music tab at the top of your Home Screen.
- Find the DJ Card: If AI DJ is available for you, the DJ card will appear at the top of your feed with a circle graphic. Tap Play to start.
For Desktop:
- Open Spotify: Launch the desktop app on your Windows or Mac computer.
- Find DJ in Library: Scroll through your library in the side menu and click on DJ.
- Start AI DJ: Click Play on the DJ page to begin your personalized soundtrack.
Part 4. How to Use Spotify AI DJ Mode
The AI DJ mode now lets you tell it what kind of music you want by speaking to it. You can ask for songs or moods, and it will change the playlist to match. This works best in English and with a Premium account. It listens to your voice through the app, so it's best to use in a quiet place. Here's how to use this cool feature.
Option 1. Use Voice Commands:
Press and hold the DJ button in the bottom right corner until you hear a beep. Then say what kind of music you want to hear, like "play some electronic beats" or "surprise me with indie tracks."
- Open AI DJ: Launch the AI DJ feature on your app—either mobile or desktop.
- Find the DJ Button: Look for the DJ button in the bottom right corner while AI DJ is playing.
- Activate Voice Commands: Press and hold the DJ button until you hear a beep, which means the AI DJ is ready to listen.
- Make Your Request: Speak your request clearly in English. For example:
- "Play me some electronic beats for a midday run."
- "Surprise me with some indie tracks I've never heard before."
- "Play music to soundtrack my life as a movie."
- Let AI DJ Customize Your Mix: After hearing your request, AI DJ will adjust the playlist to match your mood, genre, or artist preferences.
- Skip or Change: You can skip songs as usual or press and hold the DJ button again to give a new voice command.
Option 2. Hear Your Personalized Mix: After your request, AI DJ will create a playlist that fits your mood or style. You can skip songs as usual.
Option 3. Change the Mix: Want something different? Press and hold the DJ button again and give a new voice command.
Option 4. Exit AI DJ Mode: To leave AI DJ, just play any other song or playlist from your library.
Part 5. Can You Force AI DJ Mode on Spotify?
If you want to use AI DJ but don't see it in your app, you're not alone. Many notice it doesn't always appear, even with a Premium account. That's because Spotify is still rolling it out gradually and updating features—like letting Premium users request specific moods—though some report the AI sometimes suggests genres they don't prefer. It's not available to everyone yet.
Right now, you can't force AI DJ to appear. It's not a setting to toggle on or off. Your country, app version, and account type all affect its availability. Some try updating the app, switching to English, or using modded versions, but none guarantee access.
When AI DJ is available, you'll usually find it on the Home screen under "Made for You" or marked with a DJ icon. If it's missing, you'll have to wait. AI DJ is mainly built for mobile and is still a work in progress on desktop, where it's less reliable. If you can't start it on your computer, you can launch it on your phone and cast it to other devices. So, having Premium, keeping your app updated, and checking often are your best bets for using it.
Part 6. How to Fix AI DJ Mode Not Showing Up on Spotify
Check Availability in Your Region: AI DJ is only available in certain countries like the U.S., Canada, U.K., and Ireland. If you're outside these areas, the feature might not be available yet.
Make Sure You Have Spotify Premium: AI DJ works only for Premium subscribers. To confirm, go to your Spotify Account Overview and check your account type under your profile.
Update Your Spotify App: The AI DJ feature requires the latest app version. Visit your device's app store and update Spotify if needed.
Turn On AI DJ in Settings: Open Spotify on your phone, tap the Settings gear, scroll to Playback, find AI DJ, and toggle it on.
Log Out and Log Back In: If AI DJ still doesn't show, log out of Spotify in Settings, then log back in with your Premium account.
Look for the AI DJ in Music Feed: After logging back in, check the Music Feed at the top of your home screen to find the AI DJ card.
Part 7. How to Convert Spotify Music to MP3
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