search_playlists
Search for public Spotify playlists using keywords, genres, or moods to discover curated music collections for activities, events, or inspiration. Returns ranked results with details like creator info, track counts, and popularity.
Instructions
Search for public playlists using keywords, themes, or specific criteria to discover curated music collections.
🎯 USE CASES: • Discover playlists for specific moods, activities, or genres • Find curated music collections for events or occasions • Explore community-created playlists and music trends • Research popular playlist themes and curation styles • Find inspiration for creating your own playlist collections
📝 WHAT IT RETURNS: • Ranked playlist results based on search relevance • Playlist names, descriptions, and creator information • Follower counts, track counts, and playlist popularity • Playlist artwork and last modification dates • Links to explore and follow discovered playlists
🔍 EXAMPLES: • "Search for 'workout motivation' playlists" • "Find playlists with 'indie rock' in the title" • "Look for 'chill studying' playlist collections" • "Search for 'party music' playlists with many followers"
🔍 SEARCH STRATEGIES: • Use activity keywords: "running", "studying", "party" • Include genre terms: "jazz", "electronic", "country" • Try mood descriptors: "chill", "upbeat", "melancholy" • Combine terms: "indie folk acoustic", "90s hip hop" • Search for seasonal themes: "summer", "holiday", "spring"
💡 DISCOVERY BENEFITS: • Access to expertly curated music collections • Discover new artists through themed playlists • Find music for specific activities or moods • Learn about playlist curation and organization • Connect with music communities and trends
⚠️ REQUIREMENTS: • Valid Spotify access token • Results limited to public playlists only
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| limit | No | ||
| query | Yes | Search query for playlists (name, keywords) | |
| token | Yes | Spotify access token for authentication |