NotchMuse

MUSIC BELONGS IN YOUR FLOW

Synced lyrics for your Mac desktop and menu bar.

Keep lyrics in view while you work. Supports Spotify, Apple Music, NetEase Cloud Music, QQ Music, and Soda Music.

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NotchMuse v0.8.2 · macOS 14+ · Apple silicon

Real NotchMuse lyrics playing in the macOS menu bar
Real playback on macOS · Recorded with Spotify

WORKS WITH YOUR MUSIC

Your favorite players, supported.

Choose a player. Keep the lyrics in view.

TWO WAYS TO STAY IN SYNC

Lyrics, wherever you look.

Choose the display that fits your Mac and your workflow.

01 / LIVE LYRICS

Notch Mode

Keep synced lyrics near the notch, or move them above the Dock.

Real NotchMuse overlay lyrics moving from the top to above the Dock

02 / LIVE LYRICS

Status Bar Mode

Follow synced lyrics directly in the macOS menu bar.

Real NotchMuse lyrics playing in the macOS menu bar

MAKE IT YOURS

Customize your lyrics.

Solid colors, gradients, and a background that fits your desktop.

Real NotchMuse lyric colors and background changing during playback

HOW IT WORKS

Three steps. Then just listen.

  1. 1

    Choose your player

    Open Spotify, Apple Music, NetEase Cloud Music, QQ Music, or Soda Music and start a song.

  2. 2

    Allow access

    Let NotchMuse read playback details when macOS asks.

  3. 3

    Keep lyrics in view

    Choose Status Bar Mode or Notch Mode in Settings.

YOUR PRIVACY COMES FIRST

App privacy: No account. No telemetry. No audio upload.

NotchMuse does not collect usage analytics or read your music as audio. Track details such as title and artist may be sent to lyrics providers to find a match.

Read the full privacy details

WEBSITE PRIVACY & ANALYTICS

Your analytics choice.

The NotchMuse app does not collect usage analytics or upload audio. With your consent, this website uses Google Analytics to measure visits and download-button clicks. Website analytics are separate from the app.

Google Analytics uses first-party cookies to measure visits, sources and download-button clicks. We send the app version, button placement and page language with download clicks, not lyrics, track details, email addresses or other personal content. A click does not confirm a completed download or installation.

Analytics stays off until you agree. You can reject analytics without affecting downloads, or change your choice below or in the footer. Rejecting after agreement stops tracking, removes this site's analytics cookies and reloads the page to unload the tag. Data already sent cannot be recalled; an earlier in-flight request may finish. If your browser blocks storage, your choice lasts only on this page.

Only consenting, unblocked visits are counted. You can also clear cookies and site storage in your browser settings. See Google's privacy policy.

INSTALLATION & SETUP

Ready in a few steps.

NotchMuse v0.8.2 requires macOS 14 or later and an Apple silicon Mac.

  1. Download and open the DMG.
  2. Drag NotchMuse to Applications.
  3. In Applications, Control-click NotchMuse and choose Open.
  4. If macOS blocks it, open System Settings → Privacy & Security → Open Anyway.
  5. Grant the requested permissions when prompted.

This release is ad-hoc signed, without Apple Developer ID signing or Apple notarization. macOS may show a first-launch security prompt. Use the official Open Anyway flow only if you trust the verified download; do not disable Gatekeeper. Apple installation guidance.

First-launch steps
  1. Open the DMG and drag NotchMuse to Applications.
  2. Try to open NotchMuse. If macOS blocks it, click Done; do not move it to the Trash.
  3. Go to System Settings → Privacy & Security and choose Open Anyway.
  4. Authenticate if macOS asks, then open NotchMuse again.
Installation and setup help ↗
macOS 14+Sonoma or later
Apple siliconM1, M2, M3, or later

GUIDES & CHOICES

Your music. Your way to follow along.

Find a display that fits the way you listen.

Spotify lyrics on Mac

Keep lyrics visible while using other apps.

Menu bar lyrics

Choose placement, width and the right permissions.

Apple Music desktop lyrics

Compare built-in lyrics, MiniPlayer and an overlay.

MacBook notch lyrics

Place lyrics near the top or above the Dock.

LyricsX alternative

Compare documented features before switching.

A FEW QUICK ANSWERS

Frequently asked questions

Which music players work with NotchMuse?

Spotify, Apple Music, NetEase Cloud Music, QQ Music, and Soda Music are supported.

What Mac do I need?

NotchMuse requires macOS 14 or later and an Apple silicon Mac.

Why does macOS ask for permission?

NotchMuse needs Automation permission to read the selected player’s current track and playback position. The left-side menu bar layout also needs Accessibility permission.

Does NotchMuse upload or listen to my audio?

No. It does not read or upload audio. Track details may be sent to third-party lyrics providers for matching. No NotchMuse account or telemetry is required.

macOS warned me when I opened NotchMuse. What should I do?

Direct downloads are not yet notarized, so macOS may ask you to confirm the first launch. Follow the setup help for the current steps.

How do automatic updates work?

Existing Stable apps can download and install v0.8.2 (Build70) through Settings → General → Check for Updates. With automatic checks enabled, the app offers the release at its next scheduled check; installation needs your confirmation. Beta 3 and earlier need one manual installation. Preview stays separate.

How can I support NotchMuse?

Open Support NotchMuse in the app for WeChat Pay or USDT, or visit the support page.

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NotchMuse v0.8.2 · macOS 14+ · Apple silicon