TikTok is changing the way users discover music with its new TikTok Sound Search feature, this tool allows users to find songs by singing, humming, or playing them. Available to select users in certain regions, this feature aims to enhance the user experience by making it easier to identify and engage with trending music on the platform.
How the TikTok Sound Search Feature Works
The TikTok Sound Search feature offers a unique way for users to find music. On a platform where trends shift rapidly, this tool is particularly useful for keeping up with the latest viral sounds. Similar to YouTube Music’s song detection tool, TikTok’s feature enables users to discover songs by singing or humming, expanding beyond Shazam’s capability, which only identifies songs if they are played. By recognizing popular sounds quickly, the tool provides not only the song’s name but also displays related videos on TikTok, enhancing the overall user engagement with trending content.
Improved User Experience
From initial testing, it is evident that the TikTok Sound Search feature excels in recognizing popular songs used frequently on the app. For instance, humming Rihanna’s “Umbrella” or the viral “oh no oh no oh no no no” sound yields quick and accurate results, accompanied by popular videos that feature these tracks. However, the feature does face some challenges with less common songs. For example, while it correctly identified Hilary Duff’s “Fly,” it did not link to any specific TikTok videos, instead providing generic search results.
TikTok has stated that the feature is designed to detect songs rather than specific TikTok sounds, yet it has successfully identified popular memes and audio clips used on the platform. Users with access to this feature can find it by navigating to the search bar, clicking the microphone icon, and selecting “Sound Search.”
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