Add Lyrics to Audio

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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How to quickly add lyrics to audio

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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.

Add lyrics to your audio files with ease

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.

More than just a lyrics adder

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.

Don’t just take our word for it

With a 4.6-out-of-5-star rating and a bunch of distinctions on G2, Descript’s users have declared it an industry standard in the video and podcasting world.

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“With Descript I'll be able to at least double my content output since editing is taking one-quarter the time it used to.”

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“With Descript we can create videos for our YouTube channel and our LinkedIn page much faster and with high quality.”

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“Descript has made cleaning up and creating my educational videos into professional presentations [possible] without needing extensive technical computer skills.”

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Barbara C.

“Descript makes recording and editing audio and video a breeze. It's advanced features have streamlined my workflows, saving me a lot of time usually spent editing.”

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Roderick F.

“The collaborative tools streamline teamwork, allowing my team and me to work efficiently together on projects. Overall, Descript enhances productivity and simplifies the editing process.”

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Aldrich M.

“Transcription based editing makes the process much faster…All in all, a must have editor for most audiences, especially in SaaS marketing.”

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Questions? We have answers

What audio file formats are compatible with the Add Lyrics tool in Descript?
Descript’s Add Lyrics to Audio feature accepts multiple file formats, such as MP3, WAV, and AAC. This range lets you add lyrics to music easily, no matter which file type you begin with.
Can I customize the appearance of the lyrics displayed in my audio project?
Yes. You can modify the font style, size, and color so the lyrics match the visual theme of your project. This approach keeps your audience engaged and offers a clean final presentation.
What pricing plans does Descript offer for individual users and teams?
Descript provides several plan levels for individuals and teams. Options begin with a free tier, while paid memberships include the Creator plan at $12/month and the Pro plan at $24/month. Team pricing can be customized to fit specific needs.
Does Descript support collaboration features for team projects?
Yes. Descript supports collaborative editing for group projects. Multiple contributors can edit simultaneously, add comments, and view changes live. This makes team tasks easier and speeds up project completion.

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