Descript is a user-friendly platform that helps you add lyrics to audio, including MP3 and WAV files. Enhance your music or podcasts with synchronized lyrics for an engaging and accessible experience.
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Sign Up and Import Your Audio File
Create a Descript account and start a new project. Drag and drop your audio file, such as MP3, WAV, or AAC, into the project window. Descript will automatically transcribe it , making it simpler to add lyrics to audio.
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Select Captions and Choose Your Effect
After the upload completes, open the “Captions” panel. Choose an effect that aligns with your lyrics and explore various styles to match your track’s tone. This action keeps your lyrics appealing and perfectly synced.
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Publish and Export Your Audio File
Choose "Publish," then go to the "Export" tab. Pick a format you prefer and click "Export" to save your track. This process readies your audio with lyrics included, so you can share or continue editing with a simple workflow.

Convert audio to text—and text to audio
With Descript, you can convert audio to text or text to audio in one go. This method keeps your content accessible and engaging while you add lyrics to audio. Fine-tune your projects with accuracy and present polished results.
Add captions, progress bars, and other effects
Improve audio projects with Descript’s choices for captions, progress bars, and effects. Bring these features in to keep your lyrics engaging and easy to follow. Whether it’s a music video or a podcast, Descript keeps listeners informed.
AI-powered audio editing
Descript’s AI-powered editing streamlines how you add lyrics to your audio. Let the system transcribe files instantly and align lyrics with precision. Edit in real time and produce high-grade tracks without tedious manual tasks.
Descript is a user-friendly AI-powered editor for audio and video, letting you handle podcasts and video projects as if you’re editing text.
AI voices
Rely on Descript’s AI voices to add lyrics to your audio and produce a refined final track.
Captions & subtitles
Easily add captions and subtitles to keep your lyrics accessible and engaging for every listener.
Transcription
Transcribe your audio to text in seconds, simplifying how you add lyrics to audio using Descript’s transcription capabilities.
Overdub
Overdub gives you a natural, professional sound for your music projects while you add lyrics to audio.
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AI Speech with custom voice clones and video regenerate
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