Why Can’t I Listen to Music While Playing Roblox?

Are you interested in playing Roblox and listening to your Spotify or Apple Music at the same time? It’s not that simple. The game pauses any background music on mobile devices when the game is active. 

Don’t let the game’s pause on you, though!This guide shows you how to listen to music while playing Roblox on your iPhone, iPad, and Android.

Why Can’t I Listen to Music While Playing Roblox Mobile?

Roblox limits music use during gameplay for a better gaming experience. Music uses extra network and power, which affects game performance, as well as disrupts player communication and focus. Also, music masks important game sounds, which gives some players an unfair advantage.

Another issue is using copyrighted music without permission, which can lead to legal problems. To address this, Roblox restricts unauthorized music use. Instead, Roblox now allows players to use licensed music from APM, and players can include this music in gameplay videos shared on social media. However, the licensed music can’t be downloaded separately or used in non-gameplay videos.

For those still curious about how to play music while playing Roblox, there are a few workarounds, which we’ll cover in the upcoming sections.

Why Isn’t My Music Playing When I Play Roblox?

This happens because most devices can only handle one type of media (like songs, sounds, or podcasts) at a time. When Roblox is running, it uses its own audio, which can clash with other media sources like Spotify/Apple Music and cause Spotify to stop playing.

Method 1: Spotify Island on Roblox

The officially approved way to play Roblox and listen to music is by joining Spotify Island. Spotify Island was launched in May 2022, and it’s Spotify’s own game on Roblox. At the time, it was the first music-streaming brand to have a game on the platform. 

Here’s what you can do in the game:

• Explore the island alone or with friends.
• Search for rare collectibles.
• Earn hearts by completing quests.
• Use hearts to unlock new areas or buy items for your avatar.
• Interact with music artists.
• Choose and listen to Spotify music while playing the game.

To start listening to Spotify on Spotify Island, follow these steps:

1. Open Roblox and search for Spotify Island. 
2. Select the result and tap the Play button to enter the game.
3. Once in Spotify Island, tap the Play button at the upper right corner to start playing music. Use the Next button to skip to the next song if you want.

Read also: Spotify Search Not Working: How to Fix It

Method 2: Earbuds With Built-in Controls

The next thing you should do is try using earbuds that have built-in controls, such as AirPods, Galaxy Pro Buds, or wired Apple earbuds. This method works for both iOS and Android devices. Here’s how you can manage music using these earbuds:

1. Connect your earbuds to your iOS or Android device.
2. Open the music app and start playing a song or playlist.
3. Launch Roblox and select a game to play. 
4. Once the game starts, you’ll notice music pauses automatically.
5. Simply press the Play/Pause button on your earbuds to resume playing music.

Am I Allowed to Use Music From Roblox Games in My Videos and Live Streams?

Roblox lets creators and developers use licensed media when recording gameplay videos for sharing on social media platforms. Users are not allowed to download licensed music individually, but must adhere to Roblox’s Terms of Use. 

After obtaining a license from APM, you can include music in their videos to promote them, but you can’t use these videos outside of the Roblox platform.

Method 3: Shortcuts on iPhone

The Shortcuts app allows iOS users to create custom shortcuts that can be triggered by taps or voice commands to control various apps on your device. Follow these steps to create a Play/Pause shortcut for music:

1. Open the Shortcuts app on your phone and tap the Plus icon (+) at the top right to add a new shortcut.
2. In the search bar at the bottom, type Play/Pause and select the Play/Pause action under Media. Then, tap Done at the top right to create the shortcut.
3. Go to the Settings app on your iPhone and navigate to Accessibility > Touch.
4. Scroll down to Back Tap, select Double Tap, and choose the Play/Pause shortcut you created.
5. Start playing music.
6. Open Roblox and select a game to play. When the game starts, music will automatically pause.
7. To resume playing music, tap the back of your iPhone twice.. To pause the music again, tap your phone twice again.

As you tap the back of your phone twice, you’ll see a message at the top of the screen confirming that the Play/Pause shortcut has been activated.

Can I Add Music to My Roblox Game?

This might be a bit more technical than what most users are used to, but we’ll do our best to explain it in simpler terms.

To add music to your Roblox game, you can upload your own tracks or choose from free options in the marketplace. Start by copying the ID of the track you want. Next, create a BackgroundMusic object in SoundService. Paste the ID into its settings.

To check if it works, use the Preview button. Here are some examples you can try:

• Upbeat Electronica: rbxassetid://1837849285
• Creepy Organ/Dungeon: rbxassetid://1843463175
• Grandiose Fantasy: rbxassetid://1848183670

To make the music play in your game, create a script called MusicPlayer, as it helps manage how the music plays. Test your game to make sure the music plays well.

Method 4: Discord Bot

You can use Discord and add a music bot like ProBot to your server. This allows you to play songs continuously without interruptions, similar to how incoming phone calls are handled. Follow these steps:

1. Install Discord on your iPhone or Android.
2. Create your server and add the ProBot music bot. Other bot options are available, too, but this one is the most popular.
3. Join the voice chat in the server and select Music from the menu.
4. Use the command /play and then type the name of the song to add songs to the bot’s playlist.
5. Adjust the game volume in Roblox settings to enjoy music when gaming.

That's it!