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Shuffle play

There are 2 ways to shuffle.

Shuffle

Shuffle any playlist, album, or artist profile to mix up what plays next.

For: Mobile (Premium)

  • Shuffle Shuffle is off - tracks play in order
  • Shuffle active Shuffle is on - tracks play randomly

Smart Shuffle

For listeners on free (Mobile)

Smart Shuffle Smart Shuffle active is the default play mode that keeps your listening sessions fresh by mixing in recommendations that match the vibe.

You can identify any recommended music content on the Now Playing Bar. Any recommendation will have a Enhance badge next to the artist name.

Upgrade to Premium to play in any order.

For listeners with Premium (Mobile)

When you listen to any of your playlists or your Liked Songs, you can start mixing songs that we think will go well with them.

To activate Smart Shuffle:

  1. Go to the Now Playing bar at the bottom of the screen or open any of your playlists.
    Note: On tablet, tap the album artwork in the side menu.
  2. Look for the Shuffle symbol and tap it.
  • Shuffle Shuffle is off - tracks play in order
  • Shuffle active Shuffle is on - tracks play randomly
  • Smart Shuffle active Smart Shuffle is on - tracks and personalized recommendations play randomly
How Shuffle play works on Premium

You can identify any recommended music content on the Now Playing Bar. Any recommendation will have a Enhance badge next to the artist name.

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