Genre & Mood
Tag Suggester.
Answer a few quick questions and get suggested genre and mood tags for your next Spotify for Artists editorial pitch.
Tempo
Energy
Primary Instrumentation (pick any that apply)
Theme / Emotion (pick any that apply)
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do genre and mood tags matter for playlisting?
Spotify's editorial team and algorithmic playlists use your genre and mood tags to decide which playlists your track is a fit for. Vague or mismatched tags make it harder for your music to land in the right context.
Can I pick more than one genre?
Yes — most tracks genuinely span more than one genre, and Spotify for Artists lets you submit primary and secondary genres on your pitch. Use the suggestions here as a starting point and trust your own ear for the final call.
Do genre and mood tags affect my royalties?
No. Tags only influence discovery — playlist fit and search relevance — not how much you're paid per stream. Royalty rates depend on the platform and listener subscription tier, not metadata tags.
Where do I actually submit these tags?
Genre and mood context go into your Spotify for Artists release pitch, submitted before your track goes live. This tool just helps you land on the right words to use there.