How to add music to an instagram post

Have you ever felt that your Instagram post needed an extra touch of creativity? Maybe you’ve just come back from a memorable trip, or you captured a heartwarming moment with friends and family, and you want to express those feelings through music. Adding a soundtrack to your post can elevate its emotional impact and engage your audience on a deeper level. If you’ve been wondering how to seamlessly incorporate music into your Instagram posts, you’re not alone; many users are looking for ways to enhance their content and stand out in a crowded feed.

To add music to your Instagram post, you need to create a Story or Reel because the main feed posts currently do not support direct music additions like Stories do. Here’s how:

1. Using Instagram Stories:

– Open Instagram and swipe right to access the camera for Stories.

– Capture a photo or video, or choose one from your camera roll.

– Tap the sticker icon (the smiley face) at the top right.

– Select the “Music” sticker.

– Browse or search for a song you want to add. You can listen to previews and choose a specific part of the song to highlight.

– Once you’ve picked the song, you can customize how the music sticker looks and where it’s placed on your story.

– After you’re satisfied, tap “Your Story” to share it with your followers.

2. Using Instagram Reels:

– Tap the plus icon (+) at the bottom of your screen and select “Reel.”

– Record a video or upload one from your gallery.

– Tap the music icon on the left side to access the music library.

– Search for a song, choose a specific part, then add it to your Reel.

– Edit your video as needed and then share it.

For both features, remember that using copyrighted music may have restrictions based on your account type. Regular users can share music in Stories and Reels, while business accounts often face limitations.