Submit lyrics through Apple Music for Artists

Confirm the artist and recording

Use an authorised account and identify the exact song, version and Apple Music link. Keep the source master and approved lyric sheet together. Do not choose an alternate recording simply because it has a visible lyrics control.

Use Apple’s documented controls

Apple directs artists to select the song under Artist Content, use Add Lyrics where available and enter formatted text. For corrections, its help describes the song’s Lyrics area and Request a Change process. Check the actual current interface and available access rather than assuming every team role sees the same controls.

Prepare a focused submission

Follow the relevant formatting guidance and compare the text with the actual performance. Explain the exact correction and retain the submitted version. Do not include contact details, production notes or unapproved translations as if they were sung lyrics. Verify any rights question separately from transcription accuracy.

Review status without promising display

Apple’s guidance distinguishes submission from decisions about use and stylistic presentation. Static lyrics do not guarantee time-sync, translation or pronunciation features. Keep any case reference and verify the intended public song. This guide does not submit on the artist’s behalf or certify that DistroBolt has a separate Apple lyric API.

Sources and review

Reviewed 4 November 2026. Platform requirements and plan terms can change. Examples are planning aids, not a promise of account access, release acceptance or earnings.

• Apple direct lyric workflow
• Apple lyric formatting

Continue your release planning

• Add or correct lyrics on Spotify: verify the current route
• Format repeated verses and choruses without shorthand

Ask the DistroBolt team about your release. Send a concise question and release reference; never send account passwords or verification codes.