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How to Create a Playlist on YouTube Music

Follow these steps to create your own playlist on YouTube Music.

  1. Open the YouTube Music app

    Launch the YouTube Music app.

  2. Go to "Library" and select "Playlists"

    Go to the "Library" tab at the bottom and tap "Playlists."

  3. Tap "New playlist"

    Tap the "+" icon or "New playlist" and enter a title.

  4. Why it's useful

    You can freely gather live performances, covers, and music videos that only exist on YouTube into one playlist, curating music you won't find on other streaming services.

Access Music No Other Service Has

Because YouTube hosts live performances, fan covers, remixes, and music videos alongside official studio tracks, a YouTube Music playlist can mix content types that a purely audio-based streaming service simply doesn't carry.

One Playlist, Two Apps

A playlist created in YouTube Music is tied to the same Google account as the regular YouTube app, so it shows up in both places β€” build it once on your phone, and it's just as accessible when you're browsing YouTube on a TV or computer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the same as a regular YouTube playlist?

Playlists made in the YouTube Music app are linked to your regular YouTube account, so you can view the same playlist in the standard YouTube app as well.

Can I create playlists on a free account?

Yes β€” creating playlists and adding songs works on a free account, though ad-free listening and background play require a Premium subscription.