How to Get Alexa to Play Your Music

Learn how to play your own music on Alexa by linking popular music services or uploading to Amazon Music.

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Yes, you can get Alexa to play your own music. Upload your music to Amazon Music (if you have an Amazon Music subscription) or link your preferred music service like Spotify or Apple Music to your Alexa app. Then, you can ask Alexa to play specific songs, playlists, or albums from these services by voice command.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can Alexa play music from offline sources? No, Alexa requires an internet connection to stream music from services like Amazon Music, Spotify, or Apple Music.
  2. How do I link my Spotify account to Alexa? In the Alexa app, go to Settings > Music & Podcasts, then select Spotify and follow the prompts to link your account.
  3. Can I upload my own songs to Alexa? You can upload your music to Amazon Music if you have a subscription, allowing Alexa to play your uploaded songs.
  4. What voice commands can I use with Alexa to play music? You can ask Alexa to play specific songs, playlists, or albums using commands like 'Alexa, play my workout playlist.'

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