Play Apple Music on Apple Watch with Speaker/AirPod/Phone

Part 1. How to Play Apple Music on Apple Watch Speaker without AirPods/Phone

If you have an Apple Music Series 10 or Apple Watch Ultra, the good news is that they have a built-in speaker. That's to say, you can play Apple Music through the Apple Watch speaker without pairing headphones, like AirPods or using your iPhone. You can sync your music library, add music, stream music, download music, use Siri to play music, and more via the Music app for Apple Watch directly.

Step 1. Add Apple Music to Your Apple Watch

1. On your Apple Watch, press the Digital Crown and locate and open the Music app.
2. Browse or search for the music and then tap on "Three Dots' > 'Add to Library" to add it to your library.

Step 2. Listen to Apple Music on Apple Watch

1. Tap "Library" and you can see all your added songs. You can choose the item you like to start listening if your Apple Watch has an internet connection.



2. Use the Digital Crown to adjust the volume. Keep in mind that the Apple Watch speaker has limitations in sound quality and volume, making this option best for short, casual listening.

Step 3. Download Apple Music to Apple Watch for Offline Listening

1. Tap on "Library" again and find the item you want to download.
2. Tap on the "Three Dots" icon next to the item and then select "Download".



3. Once downloaded, you can tap "Library" > "Downloaded" to listen to Apple Music on Apple Watch without iPhone and AirPods without cellular or WiFi.

Part 2. How to Play Apple Music on Apple Watch via AirPods or Other Bluetooth Devices

If you are using an old Apple Watch, like Apple Watch Series 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3 or Apple Watch Ultra 1, which don't feature a built-in speaker for music playback, you can connect to AirPods or other Bluetooth speakers or headphones to listen to Apple Music on Apple Watch. Besides, pairing your AirPods or any Bluetooth devices is an ideal solution for a higher quality listening experience and privacy.

Step 1. Connect Apple Watch to AirPods or Other Bluetooth Speakers

1. Go to Settings > Bluetooth on your Apple Watch to connect manually.
2. Tap on the target device, like AirPods from the available list.

Step 2. Play Apple Music from Apple Watch via AirPods

1. Locate and open the Music app on your Apple Watch.
2. Stream from the Apple Music catalog. Select a song, playlist, or album to start playback.
3. You can use the Apple Watch or AirPods touch controls to pause, skip tracks, or adjust the volume.

Part 3. How to Listen to Apple Music on Apple Watch with Phone

Sometimes, you may want to control Apple Music playback on your iPhone using your Apple Watch as a remote. This option is especially useful when your iPhone is out of reach but connected to a speaker or in your pocket.

How to Control Apple Music on iPhone from Apple Watch

Step 1. Open the Music app on your Apple Watch. Instead of selecting the Apple Watch library, swipe to the top to find the screen that lists On iPhone. This option can control music from iPhone.

Step 2. Tap the On iPhone > Now Playing option, you can access to your entire Apple Music library from your iPhone, including downloaded songs and playlists on your Apple Watch.

Step 3. Select a song, album, or playlist. The music will play on your iPhone, and you can control playback directly from your watch.

Part 4. How to Control Apple Music Playback on Apple Watch

Apple Music on Apple Watch provides a range of features that enhance the music experience for users. You can access the full Apple Music library, including songs, albums, playlists, and radio stations, directly from your watch, without needing your iPhone. You can also use Siri to control your music hands-free. Below are some operational tips to help you make the most of Apple Music on your Apple Watch:

1. Adjust the Volume: Simply turn the Digital Crown to increase or decrease the volume.

2. Shuffle or Repeat Music: On the Now Playing screen, tap the "Three Dots" icon, then select the "Shuffle" or "Repeat" button to adjust playback settings.

3. Share Apple Music with Others: To share a song, tap the "Three Dots" on the Now Playing screen, select "Share Song", and choose how you'd like to share it, whether through Messages or other apps.

4. Control Apple Music with Siri: Use Siri to manage your music with voice commands. For example, you can say, "Play a song by Taylor Swift" or "Skip to the next track" for hands-free control.

5. Remove Apple Music from Apple Watch: You can easily manage and delete downloaded songs and playlists that you don't want to listen again. Open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone. Tap on "My Watch" > "Music". Choose "Edit" and then tap "Delete" next to any music to remove it from Apple Watch.

Part 5. How to Fix Apple Music Not Working on Apple Watch

It's easily play your favorite Apple Music on your wrist without carrying a phone. However, some users reported Apple Music on Apple Watch not working issues such as music volume control not working, Apple Music not downloading to Apple Watch, and so on. So here, we provide some solutions to fix this issue below.

1. Check your internet connection

If you're streaming Apple Music online on your Apple Watch, you'll need to make sure your Apple Watch is connected to a Wi-Fi or cellular connection. If your network connection is unstable, try changing to a better one.

2. Check your Apple Music subscription status

Make sure your Apple Music subscription is active and there are no issues with payment. Or you can't access Apple Music.

3. Restart your Apple Watch and iPhone

Restarting your device may help you resolve any temporary issues. Turn off both devices, then wait a few minutes before turning them back on.

4. Check your Apple Watch storage

If you find that Apple Music isn't downloading to your Apple Watch, it might be because you don't have enough storage space. If so, you need to delete some unused songs to free up storage space. You can check if you have enough storage space via Settings > General > Usage.

5. Check for software updates

Make sure your Apple Watch is running the latest version of watchOS. To do that, open the Apple Watch app n your iPhone (or Settings app on your Apple Watch) and tap General > Software Update.

6. Contact Apple Support

If none of the above steps resolves the issue, consider contacting Apple Support for further assistance.

Part 6. In Conclusion

Playing Apple Music on your Apple Watch gives you a range of listening options, from the built-in speaker to AirPods or using your iPhone as a controller. It's highly recommended to use DRmare Apple Music Converter to convert Apple Music and sync it to Apple Watch for permanent offline listening. Whether you're on the go or simply want a quick, hands-free way to listen to music without phone or AirPods, your Apple Watch is equipped to handle it all.