Shazam has officially exceeded a staggering 100 billion song recognitions since its launch.

Shazam, the revolutionary music-identification app, has achieved a significant milestone with over 100 billion song recognitions since its inception in 2002. From helping users identify tunes they hear in everyday life to boosting the visibility of emerging artists, Shazam continues to play a pivotal role in music discovery.

“This monumental milestone not only reflects how much people enjoy using Shazam, but also their appetite for new music,” noted Oliver Schusser, vice president of Apple Music and Beats. “Music discovery is at the core of everything we do, and we keep innovating to make sure music lovers around the world can tap the Shazam button no matter where they hear music playing!”

Shazam has grown into one of the most popular apps for identifying music, with over a billion recognitions happening every month. Whether it’s the background track in a café or a song from a TV show, Shazam makes music discovery simple. Its global user base relies on the app to connect with music instantly, fostering deeper engagement with artists and their work.

The app has a rich history marked by significant moments. The first-ever Shazam recognition was T. Rex’s Jeepster, setting the stage for two decades of seamless music discovery. Over time, Shazam has introduced fans to countless tracks, including Tones and I’s Dance Monkey, which holds the title for the most Shazamed song of all time, with over 45 million recognitions.

Shazam’s influence also extends to emerging artists. Many musicians credit the platform for amplifying their reach and introducing their music to a wider audience. For fans, it’s a bridge to discovering fresh sounds and connecting with new artists.

When Shazam became part of Apple in 2018, it entered a new phase of cutting-edge technology and innovation, providing music fans with faster and smarter ways to identify songs. Features like Music Recognition for iOS and macOS allow users to detect songs even while using headphones. On watchOS, Shazam is now a widget that proactively suggests music identification. The Action button on iPhone and Apple Watch simplifies recognition with a press-and-hold. Android users also benefit, with Wear OS updates enabling song recognition directly from their smartwatches and Quick Settings offering access to song histories.

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