Spotify launches User Notes for personal song captions

Spotify has launched a new feature called User Notes, allowing listeners to attach personal captions and written memories directly to individual songs within their playlists. The company announced the feature on Thursday, July -30, 2026, positioning it as a tool to transform playlists into personal journals by preserving the context and emotions tied to specific tracks.

The feature is designed for users who treat listening as more than background noise, enabling them to document why a song was added, where they first heard it, or what personal moment it represents. For example, a user could note that a track was discovered while walking in Paris or that it served as the soundtrack to a significant life event. Spotify stated that over time, these notes create a richer picture of the music listeners love and the moments that shaped their tastes, turning playlists into a more personal space for music discovery.

User Notes is available to users aged 16 and older on both free and premium subscription plans, though it is currently rolling out only in select markets. To add a note, a user navigates to a playlist they created or contributed to, taps the three-dot menu next to a song,...