Book excerpt: YouTube Music is an on-demand, streaming music service launched by Google in 2015. Available across multiple devices including desktop, mobile and smart speakers, YouTube Music has become a popular platform for discovering new songs, creating playlists and accessing music from around the world. With an extensive catalogue of songs and curated playlists, YouTube Music is a versatile platform that allows users to stream music, watch music videos and even download tracks for offline listening. Designed to be user-friendly and accessible, YouTube Music uses artificial intelligence to learn what music people like and recommend similar tracks based on their listening history. Subscribers can access official music videos, live performances, remixes, and cover songs, making it a one-stop-shop for music enthusiasts. The platform also offers personalized playlists based on the time of day and mood, such as “Wake up Happy” or “Chill Out.” To enhance the listening experience, YouTube Music also has a feature called “Smart Downloads,” which automatically downloads recommended songs and videos when the device is connected to Wi-Fi. Overall, YouTube Music is an excellent platform for discovering new music, staying up-to-date with the latest releases and creating personalized playlists for all occasions.