Spotify has announced that free users can once again view lyrics for any song they listen to, reversing a decision made earlier this year. In May, Spotify began testing a feature that limited free users to viewing lyrics for only three songs per month, likely in an attempt to encourage more subscriptions. However, following user backlash, the company has decided to lift this restriction, allowing unlimited lyrics access for all.
The initial move to cap lyrics access drew widespread criticism, with many users expressing frustration at the limitation. The restriction was seen as a push to drive users toward Spotify’s paid subscription tiers, which start at $11 a month. However, Spotify CEO Daniel Ek hinted during the company’s most recent earnings call that changes were on the horizon for free users, including enhancements to the overall experience.
In a statement, a Spotify spokesperson confirmed the decision, saying, “Over the coming weeks, we’ll be expanding Lyrics availability for Spotify Free users so more people can enjoy viewing more lyrics, globally.” This move is part of a broader strategy to improve the free version of Spotify, making it more appealing to users while still maintaining the core features that have made the platform popular.
The return of full lyrics access is likely to be welcomed by the millions of users who rely on Spotify’s free tier for their music streaming needs. As the company continues to iterate on its offerings, it will be interesting to see what other features are enhanced or introduced in the future.
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