Shazam is a fast, user-friendly music recognition and discovery tool that helps you identify songs playing around you in seconds. Point your device’s microphone toward the music and Shazam listens, matches the audio fingerprint to a huge database, and then shows the song title, artist, album art, and release info. Beyond basic identification, Shazam often displays synced lyrics so you can sing along in real time, and it provides quick access to artist pages, track previews, and related tracks to explore similar sounds. Shazam also makes discovery fun and social: it compiles your recent tags into a personal history you can revisit, and highlights trending songs and charts that reflect what people are searching for worldwide. For fans who want to follow the live scene, it surfaces concert listings and event details for artists you’ve discovered, making it easier to spot nearby shows and new tour dates. Visual features like music videos and artist photos enrich each discovery, giving context beyond just the song name. The app offers background listening modes that can continue identifying tracks even when you’re on the move, plus offline recognition that saves matches for later when a connection is available. Its lightweight interface keeps the focus on quick identification and effortless exploration, making it a handy companion whether you’re in a café, watching TV, or hearing a song you don’t know on the street. Overall, Shazam turns fleeting musical moments into lasting discoveries by revealing who’s behind the sound, providing lyrics and extras, and helping you dive deeper into artists and trends. It’s designed to make finding, learning about, and enjoying music simple and immediate.

How does Shazam identify a song?

Shazam uses an audio recognition technology that captures a short sample of music and compares it to a vast database of songs, allowing it to quickly identify track titles and artists.

Can I use Shazam offline?

Yes, you can use Shazam offline. However, the app won't be able to identify songs until you're back online, as it needs to access its database to match the music.

How do I view my Shazam history?

To view your Shazam history, open the app, tap on the 'My Shazam' tab at the bottom of the screen, and you will see a list of all the songs you’ve identified previously.

How can I share my Shazamed songs with friends?

To share a song identified by Shazam, tap on the song title in your Shazam history, then select the share icon. Choose your preferred platform, like social media or messaging apps, to send it to your friends.

How do I use Shazam to track concerts and events?

To track concerts and events, follow these steps: 1. Open the Shazam app. 2. Go to the 'Discover' tab. 3. Select 'Concerts' or 'Events'. 4. Browse the list of upcoming shows and click on any event for further details.