What’s Inside
Instagram’s Music sticker for direct messages makes it easy to share short song clips with friends right inside a chat. Instead of sending links, you can pick a snippet from Instagram’s music library, drop it in a conversation, and the recipient can tap to play the clip without leaving the app. This feature is rolling out to users on updated Android and iOS builds.
How it works — quick steps
- Open Instagram and tap the Messages icon to enter a chat.
- Tap the sticker button (near the message box) and choose Music.
- Search or browse the music library, select the song, then choose the exact clip length and preview style.
- Send the sticker — anyone in the chat can tap the sticker to play the song snippet. You can also react to the sticker (tap or long-press to react)
Availability and related DM features
The Music sticker is available for users running the latest Instagram app on both Android and iPhone. Instagram has also added other DM upgrades recently — scheduling messages, pinning chats, and the option to send higher-quality photos — all part of beefing up Instagram’s messaging experience. If you haven’t received the Music sticker yet, update your app and check again.
Practical tips
- Use short previews for quick sharing — stickers are meant for snippets, not full tracks.
- If the sticker doesn’t appear, clear cache or reinstall the app; feature rollouts often happen regionally.
- Combine the Music sticker with scheduled messages for surprise drops (schedule a DM, then attach the sticker at the planned time).
Why it matters
Embedding music natively inside chats keeps conversations lively and removes friction from sharing tracks. For creators and music fans, it’s a small but meaningful way to discover and recommend songs without leaving Instagram.
FAQs
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How do I send a song in Instagram DMs?
Ans. Open a chat → tap Stickers → choose Music → search a track → pick a clip → send.
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Can both Android and iPhone users use the Music sticker?
Ans. Yes — the feature is available for updated Instagram apps on Android and iOS.
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Will the recipient hear the whole song?
Ans. No — Instagram shares a short snippet chosen when you add the sticker; it’s designed for previewing.
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Why can’t I see the Music sticker in my DMs?
Ans. Ensure the app is updated, restart it, or reinstall. Feature rollouts are sometimes staggered by region.
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