Are you staring at your phone right now, wondering how to make your stories pop with some awesome tunes? Millions of Facebook users want to add music to their stories but aren’t sure how to do it.
Think about it – you’ve just taken a great selfie or recorded a fun video, and you know the perfect song that would make it even better. But how do you actually get that music into your story? It’s frustrating when you can’t figure it out, right?
Well, you’re in luck! You’re about to become a pro at adding music to your Facebook Stories. Whether you want to share your current jam in a music-only story or add a soundtrack to your latest adventure pic, I’m going to walk you through it step by step.
How can you add music to a Facebook story?
Adding music to your Facebook story is a fun way to express yourself and share your mood with friends. Let’s break it down into two main methods:
1. Create a music-only story
Ready to share your favorite tune without any photos or videos? Here’s how:
- Open Facebook on your device and tap “Create a story” at the top of your homepage.
- Look for the “Music” option at the top of the screen and tap it.
- Browse the music library or use the search bar to find a specific song.
- When you find a song you like, tap to select it.
- Customize your background by tapping different colored dots.
- Now click on the music icon and drag the slider to select a 15-second clip.
- Tap “Done” when you’re happy with your selection.
- You can even change how the artist’s name and album cover look.
- When everything’s perfect, tap “Share” to share your music-only story.
Voila! You’ve just created a music-only story on Facebook.
2. Add music to a story with photos or videos
Want to add a soundtrack to your pictures or videos? Here’s what you do:
- Open the Facebook app and click on “Create a Story” at the top of your homepage.
- Choose a photo or video from your camera roll, or take a new one.
- Look for the smiley face sticker icon at the top of the screen and tap it.
- Click on the “Music” sticker in the sticker tray.
- Browse or search for the song you want to add.
- Customize your song choice by clicking on the song icon to choose which part to play.
- Decide if you want to show the lyrics or the album cover.
- When everything looks and sounds great, hit “Share” to post your music-enhanced story.
There you have it! Now, you’re all set to create awesome music-filled stories on Facebook. Give it a try, and watch your stories come alive with your favorite tunes! And if you want to keep your musical masterpieces for later, you can always archive your stories.
How to add music to a Facebook video?
So, you’ve got a cool video, and you’re thinking, “This would be perfect with some background music!” Here’s how to add a soundtrack to your Facebook video.
- Open up Facebook and click on “Write something here…” at the top of your News Feed.
- Click the “Photo/Video” option.
- Select the video you want to share from your device.
- Once your video is uploaded, you’ll see an “Edit Video” option. Click on that.
- Look for an Audio note icon in the editing tools.
- Click on the Add music icon to open Facebook’s song library. You’ll see a bunch of popular songs and categories.
- Scroll through the options or use the search bar if you have a specific song in mind. Find one you like. Give it a tap to preview.
- You can usually choose which part of the song you want to use. Simply click on the Audio icon again.
- Now click on the Edit button next to the audio volume slider.
- Drag the slider to find the perfect section. Click Done.
- Make sure the music doesn’t overpower your video. Use the volume slider to get the balance just right.
- Once you’re happy with how it sounds, click “Save” or “Done“, then post your video as usual.’
Why can’t you add music to your Facebook story?
Feeling frustrated because you can’t find the music option for your Facebook story? Don’t worry, it’s probably not your fault! Here are a few reasons why this might be happening:
- Regional availability: Facebook doesn’t offer the music feature in every country yet. If you’re in a region where it’s not available, you won’t see the music option.
- App updates: Are you using the latest version of the Facebook app? Sometimes, new features are only available in recent updates. Head to your app store and check if there’s an update waiting. While you’re at it, you might want to double-check your language settings, too, as some features can be affected by this.
- Account restrictions: In rare cases, your account settings might restrict certain features. Double-check your privacy and content settings to make sure everything’s in order.
- Technical glitches: Like any tech, Facebook can have temporary hiccups. Try closing and reopening the app, or logging out and back in.
- Device compatibility: Some older devices might not support all of Facebook’s latest features. If you’re using an older phone, this could be the issue.
If you’ve checked all these and still can’t add music, don’t lose hope! Facebook is constantly expanding its features, so keep an eye out for future updates.
How about adding music to a Messenger story?
Good news! Adding music to your Messenger story is just as fun and easy as Facebook stories. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Open the Facebook app on your phone.
- Tap your profile picture in the top left corner to add a story.
- Look for the “Music” option at the top of the screen and tap it.
- Browse through the music library or use the search function to find your favorite tune.
- Once you’ve found a song, tap to select it.
- Now, choose the background for your story.
- Now click on the music icon or just simply tap the screen.
- Use the slider to choose the specific part of the song you want to use.
- Tap “Done” or “Completed” when you’re happy with your selection.
- Finally, hit “Share in story” to post it.
Remember, your Messenger story will be visible to your Facebook friends too, unless you change your privacy settings. If you prefer more private communication, you might want to stick to direct messages instead.
Can you add music to multiple photos in a single Facebook story?
I know it would be cool to have a different song for each photo in your story, but unfortunately, that’s not possible right now. Here’s what you can do:
- You can add multiple photos to one story, creating a slideshow effect.
- You can add one song to play over all the photos in your story.
But adding different songs to individual photos in the same story? Not yet. Facebook is always updating its features though, so keep an eye out. In the meantime, you could get creative and make separate stories for each photo if you really want different songs.
Can you upload and share sound files on Facebook?
Facebook doesn’t actually have a dedicated feature for uploading and sharing standalone audio files directly. Instead, audio content is typically shared in one of these ways:
- As part of a video post. You can create a video with a static image and attach your audio track to it.
- Through links to external audio hosting platforms like SoundCloud or Spotify.
- As audio messages in Facebook Messenger (but these aren’t public posts).
The process described for uploading an “audio-converted video file” is on the right track. Here’s a breakdown:
- Create a video file with your audio track and a static image.
- Start a new post on Facebook.
- Click on “Photo/Video” to upload your file.
- Select the video file containing your audio.
- Add a description if desired.
- Post it to your timeline or group.
The file formats (wav, mp3, mp4) are generally supported, but as part of video files rather than standalone audio files. The 25MB limit is in the right ballpark, but exact limits can vary.
Always ensure you have the proper rights or permissions before sharing any audio content you didn’t create yourself.
How can you add song lyrics to your Facebook story?
Want to share your favorite lyrics with your friends? Facebook makes it easy! Here’s how:
- Tap the “+” icon to create a new story.
- In the menu, find and click on “Music”.
- Browse through the songs or use the search function to find the one you want.
- Select your song. Now, choose the background.
- Then, simply tap on the screen. You’ll see the lyrics appear automatically!
- You can customize how the lyrics appear:
- Tap the lyrics to change the font style.
- Pinch to resize or drag to reposition the lyrics on your story.
- Use the slider at the bottom to choose which part of the song (and lyrics) you want to feature.
- When everything looks perfect, tap “Done” and then click on Share to share your lyrical masterpiece.
This feature is great for sharing your current mood, favorite song quotes, or just having fun with your friends. Plus, when viewers tap on the lyrics, they can listen to the song snippet you’ve chosen.
The takeaway
There you have it – your guide to jazzing up your Facebook stories with music! Whether you’re adding catchy tunes to your videos, sharing your favorite songs on music-only stories, or showcasing your photos with a musical backdrop, Facebook gives you plenty of options to make your stories stand out.
Remember, while you can’t yet add music to multiple photos in a single story, you can still share sounds and bring lyrics to life on your story screen. It’s all about being creative and expressing yourself in fun and engaging ways.
So why not give it a try? Experiment with these features and see how music can make your Facebook profile even more vibrant and personal. Your friends are sure to love your musical stories! And once you’ve mastered stories, you might want to try creating a music-themed event to share your favorite tunes with friends.
