YouTube Music has begun limiting lyrics access for free users, prompting them to subscribe to the Premium service, according to reports from The Verge. Simultaneously, the Super Bowl halftime show sparked controversy, with Donald Trump criticizing Bad Bunny's performance, while Kid Rock's halftime show received a different reception. In other music news, the new Mandy, Indiana album "URGH" has garnered critical acclaim. Additionally, open earbuds are gaining popularity as a new design category.
Free YouTube Music users are now experiencing restricted access to lyrics, as reported by The Verge. While Google had previously tested lyrics as a Premium-exclusive feature in September, the rollout appears to be wider now. Free users may be limited to viewing lyrics for only five songs per month.
The Super Bowl halftime show drew mixed reactions. Donald Trump took to social media to criticize Bad Bunny's performance, calling it "absolutely terrible" and stating, "Nobody understands a word this guy is saying," as reported by Variety. In contrast, Kid Rock's "All-American Halftime Show" was described as feeling more like a vintage CMT special, according to Variety, with a lighter focus on politics.
In music reviews, The Verge's Terrence O'Brien recommended the new Mandy, Indiana album "URGH," calling it his favorite release of 2026 so far. He noted the band had "found an entirely new gear."
Finally, the trend of open earbuds is emerging. These earbuds, which either loop around the ears or clip on, are designed to keep the ear canals open to ambient sounds, making them suitable for outdoor activities like jogging and cycling, as noted by Wired.
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