Release language
What the primary language declares, the difference between the release language and each track's language, and what marking a track as instrumental means.
A release's primary language states what language the vocals are in. You choose it in the first step and it's required.
Release language and each track's language
- Release language — the primary language of the vocals as a whole.
- Each track's language — every song has its own language. On an EP or album with songs in different languages, set it track by track.
On a single, the track's language must match the release's exactly.
What "Instrumental" means
"Instrumental" is one of the values in the language list. Choose it when the track has no vocals.
When you mark a track as instrumental:
- No lyricist or vocal role is required.
- At least one instrument role is required (Guitar, Piano, Synth…).
If the release is instrumental, all of its tracks must be too.
Consistency between release and tracks
The checklist verifies that the release language and its tracks' languages line up. A single with the track in another language, or an instrumental release with a sung track, is sent back in review.
What it's used for
Language helps stores classify your music, include it in language-based playlists and charts, and display lyrics correctly where applicable.
Don't confuse it with…
- Your account's interface language (a profile setting).
- The title's language: the title can be in one language and the vocals in another; what you declare here is the vocals.
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