Enhancing the Spotify DJ Experience with Language, Text, and Personalization
Spotify continues to redefine the way listeners discover and interact with music through DJ, its smart listening companion. By combining global editorial insights with AI-powered suggestions, DJ offers a listening experience that feels personal, dynamic, and a little magical. The latest feature rollout expands how Premium users can shape sessions, giving everyone more control over tempo, mood, and vibe.
Music Requests in Spanish: A broader, more inclusive soundscape
Starting today, music requests in Spanish are coming to DJ. This update welcomes millions of Spanish-speaking listeners to curate their sessions in real time. Whether you crave “clásicos de reggaetón de los 2000” or “canciones tranquilas para desconectarte,” you can guide DJ to match your moment — en español. By enabling Spanish requests, Spotify aligns with a broader audience and ensures the DJ experience feels native, fluid, and responsive regardless of language.
This expansion isn’t just about translation. It’s about recognizing regional genres, slang, and mood cues that resonate with Spanish-speaking fans around the world. The result is faster, more accurate requests and a playlist that better reflects your current vibe, whether you’re at home, commuting, or getting ready for a night out.
Text Requests: typed prompts to power your sessions
In addition to voice, you can now type your music request in English or Spanish. Text requests address scenarios where voice isn’t convenient — a quiet workspace, a crowded commute, or simply a preference for tactile control. This enhancement marks one of Spotify’s most requested features, giving listeners a reliable way to interact with DJ without sacrificing the flow of their day.
Text prompts also unlock precision in how playlists unfold. Users can specify mood, tempo, or activity — for example, “ambient indie for focus,” “upbeat pop for a workout,” or “soft acoustic tracks for bedtime.” By letting you craft exact phrases, DJ can tailor suggestions more accurately while maintaining a natural listening arc.
Three Personal Prompts to Kickstart Your Session
To make it even easier to begin a session, DJ now offers three personalized prompt suggestions. These prompts are designed to spark discovery and reduce friction at the moment you want music flowing. Examples include “reggaeton beats for an energetic afternoon,” “refreshing surf rock for a midday break,” and other genre-mood pairings that match common daily rhythms.
Personal prompts act as a bridge between your current mood and a curated mix, helping you find that ideal balance between novelty and nostalgia. As you use DJ, these suggestions can adapt based on your listening history, ensuring evolving recommendations that still feel instantly discoverable.
How to Use the New DJ Features
The new features are rolling out in English and Spanish to Premium users in more than 60 markets worldwide. Here’s how to start a request:
- Open Spotify and search for “DJ.”
- Press Play to receive a curated mix tailored to your moment, plus insightful commentary.
- To switch vibes, tap the DJ button located in the bottom-right corner and submit your request via voice or text.
DJ can handle a varied syntax, including genre, mood, artist, or activity cues. For example, you might try “play cozy folk for fall” or “spooky tunes for a Halloween party.” Since DJ requests began, listeners have leaned into everything from workout tracks to chill vibes, with country, hip-hop, and rock proving particularly popular.
Aimed at Deeper Connection with Music
These enhancements reflect Spotify’s broader mission: to give listeners a more intimate, adaptive, and enjoyable way to experience music. By supporting Spanish language requests, enabling text input, and offering ready-made prompts, DJ becomes easier to use and more attuned to user preferences. The result is a listening session that feels uniquely yours — whether you’re setting a high-energy mood for a workout, seeking calm during a busy day, or curating the perfect soundtrack for a party.
What This Means for Listeners
For fans, the most immediate impact is control. You can steer DJ with precision, receive more relevant suggestions, and enjoy a session that evolves with your feedback. For creators and artists, it underscores Spotify’s commitment to meeting audiences where they are — embracing multilingual audiences and the diverse ways people engage with music daily.
As DJ continues to learn from global editorial expertise and user input, expect even more nuanced recommendations, smarter language support, and a more seamless flow between voice and text commands. The future of personalized music is here, and it’s more inclusive, flexible, and responsive than ever.
