search_tracks
Discover specific songs by searching for tracks using lyrics, titles, artists, or albums. Perfect for finding remixes, covers, or versions, and ideal for playlist building and song research. Returns track details, previews, and availability.
Instructions
Search specifically for individual tracks with targeted filtering for precise song discovery.
🎯 USE CASES: • Find specific songs when you remember lyrics or melodies • Discover tracks by particular artists or from specific albums • Build track-focused music discovery experiences • Find alternative versions, covers, or remixes of songs • Research song catalogs and discographies
📝 WHAT IT RETURNS: • Ranked track results based on search relevance • Song titles, artists, albums, and release information • Track popularity scores and listener engagement • Preview URLs for instant track sampling • Market availability and explicit content flags
🔍 EXAMPLES: • "Search for tracks with 'love' in the title" • "Find acoustic versions of popular songs" • "Look for instrumental jazz piano tracks" • "Search for covers of 'Yesterday' by The Beatles"
🎵 SEARCH PRECISION: • Track-specific results without album/artist clutter • Optimized for individual song discovery • Better for finding specific recordings or versions • Perfect for playlist building and curation • Ideal for karaoke or cover song searches
💡 SEARCH STRATEGIES: • Include specific lyrics: "lyrics hello darkness my old friend" • Search by genre: "indie folk acoustic guitar" • Find versions: "acoustic", "remix", "live", "cover" • Use artist filters: "artist Swift love songs" • Include year ranges: "track year:2020-2023"
⚠️ REQUIREMENTS: • Valid Spotify access token • Search terms should be specific for best results
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| limit | No | ||
| query | Yes | Search query for tracks (song title, artist, album, keywords) | |
| token | Yes | Spotify access token for authentication |