Spotify announced enhancements to its AI DJ feature, enabling Premium subscribers to submit music requests via text in addition to voice commands. The update introduces three personalized prompt suggestions generated from user listening history and time of day to assist in starting sessions. Support for text and voice requests now extends to the Spanish language version DJ Livi available to Premium users in over 60 markets including the United States.
These changes follow the May 2025 rollout of voice requests and aim to increase user control over personalized music curation. The AI DJ combines algorithmic recommendations with editorial insights to deliver hybrid sessions of familiar tracks and new discoveries. Access the feature by searching for DJ in the Spotify app and pressing play with requests available through the DJ button in the bottom right corner.
The text request option allows Premium users to type music preferences directly into the AI DJ interface supporting combinations of genres moods artists or activities. Users activate the feature by tapping the DJ button during playback and selecting the text input method alongside the existing voice option. This accommodates scenarios where speaking aloud is impractical such as during commutes or in quiet environments.
Requests process in real time with the AI DJ adjusting the session accordingly for example responding to prompts like indie tracks for a run or cozy folk music for autumn. The update applies to both English and Spanish interfaces ensuring broader accessibility. Text input integrates with Spotify’s search and recommendation engine maintaining session continuity without interruptions.
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Personalized Prompt Suggestions
AI DJ now generates three personalized prompt suggestions at the start of each session based on the user’s listening history genre preferences and current time. These prompts provide inspiration for users unsure of what to request offering options such as upbeat music to romanticize the day chill tracks to unwind or energetic beats for midday activities. The suggestions appear as tappable elements in the interface and serve as starting points for voice or text requests.
Spotify states that this feature enhances discovery by blending familiar tastes with new recommendations while reflecting contextual factors like morning routines or evening relaxation. The prompts update dynamically across sessions to evolve with user behavior. This implementation builds on the AI DJ’s core personalization algorithm which draws from billions of listening hours to curate individualized playlists.
Spanish Language Support for DJ Livi
The Spanish version of AI DJ known as DJ Livi now accepts both voice and text music requests mirroring the English edition’s capabilities. Users in supported markets can submit prompts in Spanish such as classics from reggaeton of the 2000s or relaxing songs to disconnect expanding the feature’s reach to Spanish speaking audiences. DJ Livi maintains the same personalization and curation logic as the English AI DJ using Spotify’s global editorial team for regional adaptations.
The rollout occurs simultaneously with the text and prompt updates ensuring parity across languages. This expansion responds to demand from Spanish speaking Premium subscribers and positions AI DJ as inclusive for international users. The feature remains exclusive to Premium plans which include ad free listening and offline downloads.
What are the pre-requisites?
AI DJ remains available exclusively to Spotify Premium subscribers requiring a monthly plan starting at $10.99 in the United States 10.99 euros in Europe and Rs 119 in India. Users access the feature by searching for DJ in the app and selecting play to begin a session. Requests appear via the bottom right DJ button supporting voice text or prompt selection. The update rolls out progressively to Android and iOS devices in over 60 markets with full availability expected by late October 2025. Premium benefits include high quality audio up to 320kbps offline playback and family sharing options. Free tier users can preview AI DJ for limited sessions but full request functionality requires subscription.
