The Spotify video feature is what Spotify listeners agree that, “sense of control translates directly into value”. According to survey of 8,400 respondents across 19 markets (August 27-October 3, 2025), 93% of Spotify users are excited about features that give them more control, and 92% say Spotify brings them closer to the things they love.
Spotify has always been about putting listeners in the driver’s seat. Today, people don’t just want more ways to spend their time, they want that time to be well spent. The research further added that 86% of Gen Z listens to music or podcasts to help boost their mood. In a world of passive scrolling, Spotify offers something different a more intentional experience that people can actively shape around what they love.
Let Us See What Is New In The Spotify Video Feature
That’s why we’ve been hard at work on new video controls that let users better tailor their time on Spotify, either by choosing to maintain an audio-first experience or layer in a richer, video-enhanced one. Rolling out globally, Family Plan managers will be able to switch video content on or off for any plan members through their subscription settings. This is something we already offer for Family Plan managed accounts for users under the age of 13 (or equivalent age in your country), and now any Family Plan member account will have video controls.
We’ll also be introducing new settings so all Premium and Basic users—whether on Individual, Duo, Family, or Student plans—and all users on our free service can control how video appears in their app. The settings update will begin rolling out to all users globally this month. This ensures that all listeners, from individuals to families, can shape an experience that feels right for them.
Here Is How To Access Spotify Video Controls
To access the video controls, go to Settings, then to Content and display, where you can easily switch Canvas looping visuals or videos for music or podcasts on or off. Once you’ve chosen your preferences, they’ll apply on mobile, desktop, web, TV, or wherever you use Spotify. Users will still see video ads, as well as Canvas-like visuals on some audio ads. Whether you want a visual experience or an audio one, Spotify adapts to you.
Recently Spotify had got another interesting feature, all those who love to listen to music and want to know what went into making it, the Spotify music stories option is a must try. Using this you will get to know the stories behind the music that you hear. Spotify music stories let’s you know more about the song that you are hearing and how it was made.
Music fans know the feeling, a song stops you in your tracks, and you immediately want to know more that is exactly what Spotify music stories helps you with. What inspired it, and what’s the meaning behind it? We believe that understanding the craft and context behind a song can deepen your connection to the music you love.
So what is Spotify music stories or about the song
Spotify is introducing ‘About the Song‘, a new feature currently in beta that brings stories and context directly into your listening experience. Available in the Now Playing View, About the Song features short, swipe able story cards that explore the meaning behind the music you’re hearing.
These stories are summarized from third-party sources to surface interesting details and behind-the-scenes moments. However, it is worth mentioning here that the About the Song (beta) is rolling out on mobile (iOS and Android) in English for Premium users in the USA, UK, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, and Australia. So presently the feature is not available in India.
