Google has rolled out a new Gemini extension for Spotify, bringing advanced AI-driven capabilities to Android users. With this update, the Gemini AI assistant can now search for and play music on Spotify by responding to specific user commands.
This functionality expands Google’s AI integration portfolio and is a noteworthy step in enhancing the digital music experience for users.
According to the official Gemini Support page, the extension allows users to search for songs, albums, artists, playlists, and more simply by issuing voice or text commands. Previously, similar capabilities were available for Google’s YouTube Music platform, making Spotify the second major app to integrate with Gemini.
This innovation follows Google’s earlier launch of the Gemini extension for WhatsApp, which enabled users to send messages or initiate calls through the Gemini AI assistant. Google has also started rolling out a Utilities extension for Gemini, adding even more versatile functionality, such as opening apps, websites, and Android settings.
Google clarified that the Gemini Spotify extension is currently exclusive to Android users and works only within the Gemini app or when Gemini is set as the default assistant. Unfortunately, iOS users will have to wait for similar features, as this functionality is unavailable on Apple devices.
To access the Spotify extension, users must link their Spotify account to their Google Account. Importantly, playing specific song requests is restricted to users with an active Spotify Premium subscription. Free-tier Spotify users will have limited functionality, as on-demand song playback remains a premium feature.
To enable Gemini Extensions, including the Spotify integration, users must activate "Gemini Apps Activity." Here’s how:
Open the Gemini app.
Tap the Google Account menu in the top-right corner.
Navigate to “Gemini Apps Activity” and toggle it on.
Follow these simple steps to enable and use the Spotify extension in the Google Gemini app:
Ensure you have an active Spotify Premium subscription.
Open the Google Gemini app.
Tap the Google Account menu in the top-right corner.
Navigate to the “Extensions” option.
Locate and enable the Spotify extension.
Once enabled, you can issue voice or text commands to Gemini to play or search for music on Spotify. Examples include:
Play [album name] on Spotify.
Play [song name] by [artist name] on Spotify.
Play my Spotify playlist called [playlist name].
Play music for [activity] on Spotify.
Search for [artist name] songs.
Search for the song that goes [lyrics].
Find a Spotify playlist with [genre, mood, activity] music.
Spotify is the second major third-party app to integrate with Gemini, following WhatsApp. Google’s recent rollout of the Utilities extension indicates that the tech giant is focusing on creating a more cohesive AI-powered ecosystem. By consolidating functions such as app management, website navigation, and now music streaming, Gemini is quickly becoming a versatile digital assistant for Android users.
This development also complements the increasing adoption of AI in digital platforms, providing a glimpse of how technology will shape user experiences in the future.
The Gemini extension for Spotify marks another significant milestone in AI-driven innovations by Google. With seamless integration and user-friendly commands, it empowers Android users to enjoy personalized music experiences effortlessly. As AI becomes increasingly central to digital ecosystems, features like this highlight the evolving potential of technology in simplifying everyday activities.