Struggling to recall a song’s name but can’t quite shake the melody? Worry no more! YouTube has a feature for its mobile app that allows users to identify songs simply by humming, singing, or whistling them. This tool eliminates the need for remembering lyrics or relying on third-party music identification apps.


YouTube hum to search song feature: Things to remember
Before you go looking for this feature, it’s important to know that this feature is currently in a limited rollout and is primarily targeting Android users, especially those using the beta version of the app.

However, the company has not shared any official word on the feature’s availability on iPhones. Yet, iPhone users can access the feature by using the microphone icon on their Google app.

With this feature, YouTube provides a convenient and fun way to identify those catchy tunes stuck in your head. So, the next time you have a musical mystery, unleash your inner vocalist and let YouTube do the rest. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to access the tool:

How to use the hum to search song feature on YouTube
Step 1: Open the YouTube app on your Android smartphone
Step 2: Locate the search bar at the top of the screen
Step 3: Tap the microphone icon beside it (You might be prompted to grant microphone access; you can choose to allow it only while using the feature for privacy.)
Step 4: Hum, sing, or whistle the melody of the song you’re trying to identify.

YouTube will analyse your audio input and search for potential matches. Based on your humming prowess, YouTube will generate a list of songs it thinks might be the one you’re looking for. If it’s correct, simply tap on the song to listen to it. Don’t worry if it’s not a perfect match; you can always try humming the tune again for another attempt.