In the age of digital media streaming, Spotify remains on top of its game by hooking its users to continue using the app to get their Spotify Wrapped. Over the years, it has become a tradition for users to anticipate their listening patterns for the past 12 months.
Since its launch, it has given users a new way to interact using their music preferences. It has also become a testament to the powerful impact of music on our lives and how it creates a sense of community and memories with people who share the same music taste.
Have you checked out your Spotify Wrapped yet? Whether you have seen it or are about to check it, here are some ways the yearly tradition changed the way we listen:
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Year in Review Insights
Most of the time we listen to songs nonchalantly. We either discover a new song or go back to the albums that we never get tired of. Fortunately, Spotify Wrapped allows users to gain insights into their listening habits.
Every year, Spotify releases a dedicated portion wherein we can see a visually appealing infographic showing our total listening time, favorite genres, top artists, and top songs. It also reveals how many times we played one song over and over again.
Personalized Playlist
While we all get the chance to make our own playlists all year long, there is something more special when it is tailored according to your Top Songs. Although the infographics only put your top 5 songs, the personalized playlist extends your listening time with up to 80 songs.
You can also try the DJ Wrapped feature which will play all your personal favorites, missed hits, and even songs that you might be interested in.
Collaborative Playlist
Once the Spotify Wrapped is in, you will quickly notice your friends posting their music insights for the year. If you are interested in discovering new songs, you can try the 'Create a Blend' feature wherein you can invite up to 10 friends and create a shared playlist based on your preferences.
People in the Blend can add their friends as long as there are still slots left, giving you a chance to discover more music. Spotify will also put a social recommendation playlist to add more excitement to your collaborative work.
Sense of Community
Many people would share the same interests with their top artists and songs, giving the users a feel of a tight-knit relationship through music. The shared experience of listening to the same music gives a collective feeling of belonging.
Through Spotify Wrapped they are able to celebrate their preferences and appreciate the musical journey of others. The release of Spotify Wrapped each year marks an annual ritual for music enthusiasts, further proving that music is a universal language.
Time-Travel Through Music
Over the months, you will experience different encounters in your life that perfectly match your music preference. Thankfully, Spotify Wrapped allows its users to explore their musical journey by seeing how much time they spend on every genre.
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