If you are an Apple Music Subscriber and an Amazon Firestick user too, And Wasting your Subscription wondering  – How to Play Apple Music on Firestick. This Article is your One-stop – guide. Read and Know  How it can be possibly done with and without Alexa.

How to Get Apple Music on Firestick? With &Without Alexa

Is Apple Music on Firestick?

Unfortunately, No. The Apple Music app is not available on the Amazon App Store. So, there is no direct way to Install or Stream the music app, However, There is an alternative that you can use to listen to your favorite song.

How to Get Apple Music on Firestick?

If you want to listen to Apple Music on Firestick, Here is a way out. Using the Amazon Alexa Skill you can listen to Apple Music. Alexa’s skill enables a variety of devices to stream music and content which includes Fire TV devices. To make this possible, Here is what you will need ;

  • An Apple Music Subscription.
  • Set up the Amazon Alexa app on any of the Alexa-enabled devices – Amazon Echo or Amazon Fire TV.
  • An iOS or Android device with Alexa.

NOTE: Alexa and Apple Music app is available on both Android and iOS devices. So, you can use any of it .

Alexa Skill to get Apple Music

To Enable the Alexa Skill, you need an Amazon Alexa app on your mobile. So, first, Install it by the procedure given below;

Install Amazon Alexa on iOS

  • Connect your iOS or Android with high-speed and Stable Internet Sources.
  • Then, Launch the Apple App Store app.
  • And, search for the “Amazon Alexa” app.
  • Discover the official Amazon Alexa app from the search results.
  • Then, Click on the Install button.
  • Wait until the app gets installed.

Enable Amazon Alexa Skill

  • Launch the Amazon Alexa app on an iOS device.
  • And, Sign In with your Amazon Account Credentials as same as that you are using on your Firestick.
  • Now, go to the Alexa Home Page.
  • Click on the Link Music Services option.

If the Link Music and Services option is visible, select the Discover Skills & Games option. 

  • Click the Search Icon in the top-right corner of the app.
  • Type “Apple Music” in the search panel.

Apple Music on Firestick

  • From the search result, click on the Apple Music App.
  • Then, select the Enable to Use option.
  • Now, the Alexa app will Redirect you to the Apple Sign-In page.
  • Enter your Apple ID there and Sign In.

If your Apple ID has two-factor verification, the code will be sent to your mobile number. Enter the Code on the next page.

  • At last, click the Allow option.

Now, you can see the Successfully linked note on the screen. Next, move to the next method to Play Apple Music on Firestick.

How to Play Apple Music on Firestick?

All set, Now you can play the Apple Music on Firestick. If you don’t know, how to play it, then the steps in the following will teach you.

  • Set up the Firestick with your Smart TV.
  • On your Firestick, Make sure it is connected to a stable internet source.
  • Click the Home Button on the Firestick remote.
  • You can manually select the app and start playing music.

Use Alexa Voice Controls to Play Apple Music 

If you want to go hands-free and use your voice to access and control any functions on your Firestick – Use Alexa. Ask Alexa to play your songs, from Apple Music. You can command to play specific artists, playlists, albums, and genres and also create multiple room music groups to play in multiple rooms.

  • Click and Hold the Mic Button on the remote.
  • And, say, “Alexa, Play Apple Music”.
  • Within a while, the Apple Music screen will appear on the Firestick screen.
  • For further commands – say Alexa followed by your command – Play Ariana Grande, Play Lover, or Whatever you like.

How to Set Apple Music Default?

Once you have linked Apple Music on Firestick, you can save it as your default music app service – Just so, It is easier to access the app every time you need it.

  • Launch the Amazon Alexa app.
  • Then, click on the More option.
  • And, tap the Settings tab.
  • Navigate to the Alexa Preferences section.
  • And, select the Music and Podcasts option.
  • Then, click on the Default Services tab.
  • Select Music and Choose Apple Music to set it as default.

Listen to Apple Music on Firestick without using Alexa 

Other than Amazon Alexa Skill, If you are searching for some other methods to listen to Apple Music on Firestick without using Alexa. Here are some workarounds that you can definitely try on.

Screen Mirror / AirPlay Apple Music on Firestick 

You can screen mirror the Apple Music app from your Smartphone to your Firestick. Before starting, ensure that your Firestick and Smartphone are connected to a common Internet source.

Via Android: On your Firestick – Open Settings>Display and Sounds>Display >Enable Screen Mirroring. Now, On your Android device, Swipe down the notification bar, tap cast and Select your Amazon Firestick. Pair your devices. Open the Apple Music app and It will be displayed on your Fire TV screens.

Via iOS: On Firetick- Settings >Display and Sounds > Enable Apple AirPlay and Homekit. On your iPhone, Scroll down the Control Center, select screen mirroring, and select Fire TV. Now, Open Apple Music on your iPhone, and Watch the AirPlay on your big screens.

Once you Screen mirror, The Apple Music content will display and Start Playing on your Big Fire TV Screens. You can adjust the  Volume using your remote. But Any other controls are only accessible on your Phone.

Music Converter and Using a USB drive 

Another way to get Apple Music on Firestick is by converting it into MP3 and listening to it through a USB on your Firestick.

  • Download any of your favorite music from Apple Music.
  • You can use any third-party app to convert Apple Music to MP3.
  • Once done, Transfer the music files to a USB drive.
  • Plugin the USB into your Fire TV and Start Playing the Songs.

Conclusion

Using the above guide, you can now easily listen to your favorite songs without any interruption. As recommended, The Best way to get and listen to Apple Music on Firestick is obviously through Amazon Alexa Skill. It is official, Easy to Set up and there is no fuss or third-party risks found. With Alexa skill for Apple Music, you can also go hands-free and control your choice of music with your Voice. So, Whether you are cooking or resting on the couch, Never miss vibing! Play it Now!