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February 22, 2026
Google Gemini Now Creates 30-Second AI Songs With Lyrics
Published: February 22, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Updated: February 22, 2026 at 3:03 PM
100-word summary
Google launched Lyria 3 in the Gemini app, letting users generate 30-second music tracks with lyrics and custom cover art from text or image prompts. Available in beta worldwide for users 18+, it adds auto-generated lyrics, enhanced control over style, vocals, and tempo, plus more realistic output compared to prior versions. Desktop access is live now, mobile coming soon. Creators can prototype video soundtracks faster or pair photos with prompts for shareable tracks. All outputs include SynthID watermarks for AI-origin verification. Google AI Plus, Pro, and Ultra subscribers get higher generation limits.
What happened
Google launched Lyria 3 in the Gemini app, letting users generate 30-second music tracks with lyrics and custom cover art from text or image prompts. Available in beta worldwide for users 18+, it adds auto-generated lyrics, enhanced control over style, vocals, and tempo, plus more realistic output compared to prior versions. Desktop access is live now, mobile coming soon. Creators can prototype video soundtracks faster or pair photos with prompts for shareable tracks. All outputs include SynthID watermarks for AI-origin verification.
Why it matters
Google AI Plus, Pro, and Ultra subscribers get higher generation limits.