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Shazam is a music (and audio) recognition app that identifies songs playing around you in seconds. You open the app, tap to listen, and Shazam returns the track name, artist, and links to stream, save, or share—making it one of the most widely used “what song is this?” tools in the world.
Because Shazam is owned by Apple, some of its biggest milestones are published through Apple’s Newsroom. This refresh prioritizes those official updates and clearly labels each metric by year.
Shazam by the Numbers (2026)
- Monthly recognitions: Over 1 billion per month (2025, reported Jan 2026)
- Total recognitions: 100+ billion all-time (reported Nov 2024)
- What it does: Identifies songs and connects you to streaming, lyrics, and sharing
Key Metrics
| Metric | Figure | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recognitions per month | Over 1 billion | 2025 (published Jan 12, 2026) | Apple Newsroom |
| Total song recognitions (all time) | 100+ billion | 2024 | Apple Newsroom |
What Shazam Is (and How People Use It)
Shazam is built for fast music discovery. Typical use cases include:
- Identifying songs in stores, gyms, bars, movies, and social clips
- Saving tracks to playlists on major streaming services
- Exploring artists via charts, trends, and recommended tracks
Why Shazam Still Matters in 2026
Even in a world of short-form video and always-on streaming, Shazam remains a “bridge” between what you hear and what you can instantly play, save, or share. Apple’s 2026 update (covering 2025 performance) highlights that Shazam continued to deliver over 1 billion recognitions per month, reinforcing its role as a top music discovery destination.
FAQ
How many times is Shazam used each month?
Apple reported that in 2025, Shazam generated over 1 billion recognitions per month (statement published January 12, 2026).
How many total songs has Shazam identified?
Shazam surpassed 100 billion total song recognitions all-time (reported in November 2024).
Who owns Shazam?
Shazam is owned by Apple.
Is Shazam only for music?
Shazam is best known for music recognition, but it has also been used to identify audio in other contexts and to connect users to content pages and streaming destinations.
