Spotify’s highly anticipated Wrapped 2024 feature has left users disappointed, with complaints about its delayed release, fewer features, and lack of detailed insights compared to its rivals. Once a celebrated tradition for music lovers, this year’s Wrapped failed to deliver the same excitement.
Missing Key Insights
Listeners were particularly upset about the absence of top genres and albums, which had been a staple of previous Wrapped experiences. Many compared Spotify unfavorably to competitors like Apple Music, which offers a detailed breakdown of listening habits, including most-played albums.
Social media platforms were flooded with criticism. One user wrote, “We need top albums and genres,” while another called the presentation “boring this year.” A viral TikTok video, amassing over 353,000 likes, described the 2024 Wrapped as “one of Spotify’s worst,” accusing it of over-relying on AI-generated features.
New Additions Fall Short
Spotify introduced features like an AI-generated podcast analyzing user habits and a “music evolution” tool that described listening trends with quirky terms such as “Pink Pilates Princess Strut Pop.” However, these additions failed to resonate with many users, who found them lackluster compared to popular features like “listening auras” and “sound town” from previous years.
A Delayed Launch
Wrapped 2024 also arrived later than usual, dropping on December 4—the latest release in recent years—adding to user frustration. In contrast, Wrapped typically launches in late November or by the start of December.
Spotify’s Standout Performances
Despite the criticism, Taylor Swift was crowned the most-streamed artist of 2024, with her album The Tortured Poets Department becoming the year’s top album. Sabrina Carpenter’s Espresso claimed the title of most-streamed song, while Joe Rogan remained Spotify’s top podcaster.
While these achievements showcased Spotify’s global reach, the lukewarm reception of Wrapped 2024 suggests the platform may need to revisit its approach to delivering personalized experiences.
