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Lyria

Lyria is Google's AI model for generating music, including custom tracks with lyrics.

In plain terms

Lyria is a specialized AI created by Google. Its main job is to create music.

This means Lyria can compose original songs, often with lyrics, based on user prompts. For example, you might ask it to create a happy pop song about a cat, and Lyria would generate the music and words for it.

The expert version

Lyria is Google's proprietary generative AI model focused on music creation. It is designed to produce original musical compositions and can incorporate lyrical content. The model likely leverages advanced techniques in sequence modeling and audio synthesis, similar to other large generative models but specialized for the complexities of musical structure and sound.

Why it matters now

Google is highlighting its Lyria AI model for music generation. This includes showing how developers are using it for voice tools and how users can generate custom music tracks with lyrics through Gemini Apps.

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How each company uses it
Google Gemini
Google Gemini uses Lyria, its AI model for music generation, in its apps to create custom music tracks with lyrics.
Related terms

music generationgenerative AIAI modelsGoogle Geminitext-to-music

Origin

Lyria is a proprietary AI model developed by Google for music generation. Specific details about its origin beyond this are not publicly detailed.

Try this about 5 minutes

You can try generating music with Lyria by using the Google Gemini app on your Android device. Look for features that allow you to create custom music tracks, potentially by describing the style, mood, or lyrical content you desire.

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Questions people ask

What kind of music can Lyria create?
Lyria can create various types of music, including custom tracks with lyrics, based on user prompts and descriptions.
Is Lyria a standalone product?
Lyria is an AI model that is integrated into Google's Gemini Apps, rather than being a standalone product.

First seen on Subvolts Sep 3, 2026. Updated Oct 16, 2026. Written by an AI model from the items above and reviewed against them weekly; report an error.