YouTube Music has discontinued free access to its song lyrics feature. Users now need a paid subscription to view lyrics while listening to music on the platform. This change affects all users who previously enjoyed the feature without additional cost.
The lyrics feature, which allowed listeners to follow along with songs in real time, is now behind a paywall. YouTube Music subscribers can still access the lyrics, but free-tier users will no longer have this option.
**Why this matters**
Lyrics can enhance the listening experience by helping users understand and engage with songs more deeply. Removing free access may impact casual listeners who relied on the feature without subscribing. This move aligns YouTube Music with other streaming services that reserve certain features for paying customers.
Source: NewsData