Instagram Introduces Spotify Song Previews Directly in Stories

Instagram has rolled out an innovative feature that lets users listen to snippets of songs within Stories when sharing tracks from Spotify. Previously, sharing a Spotify link on Instagram Stories only allowed followers to tap and open the song externally, without any in-app audio playback.

Instant Music Sampling Without App Switching

This enhancement streamlines how music is shared by enabling listeners to preview tracks instantly on Instagram itself. By removing the need to leave the platform, it encourages users to stay engaged while discovering new tunes effortlessly.

Broadening Audio Interaction Across Instagram Features

The update builds upon recent expansions where Spotify songs could be streamed thru Instagram Notes, giving followers a glimpse into users’ current musical interests. Together, these improvements strengthen Instagram’s role as a hub for music discovery and social interaction.

Navigating Competition in Social Music Engagement

As TikTok continues shaping global music trends with over 1 billion monthly active users in 2024 and heavily influencing charts worldwide, Instagram’s enhanced audio tools aim to attract more musicians and fans seeking dynamic ways to share their favorite sounds.

A New Creative Dimension: Fonts Inspired by Rosalía’s Style

This year also sees the debut of exclusive fonts for Stories and Reels inspired by renowned artist Rosalía’s handwriting. Users can unlock distinctive hand-drawn icons by typing specific sequences such as “:-)”,”***”,or “<3”,adding unique artistic expression and personality to their posts.