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Getting Started with StreamLyric

Install the Chrome extension, play a YouTube Music track with available lyrics, customize the view, then create a private Overlay only when you need OBS.

By StreamLyric Editorial TeamPublished 2026-09-14Updated 2026-09-145 min read

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What you need

You need Chrome or a compatible Chromium browser, YouTube Music, and—if you stream—OBS Studio. StreamLyric is independent of YouTube and TikTok.

Local lyrics work without an account. Overlay links and cloud continuity require sign-in.

First success

Success is seeing lyrics update in YouTube Music, then—if needed—seeing the same state in a transparent OBS Browser Source without showing the Overlay URL.

Step-by-step setup

01
Install StreamLyric
Add the extension from the Chrome Web Store.
02
Open YouTube Music
Play a track and confirm lyrics appear in the StreamLyric view.
03
Create an Overlay only if you stream
Copy the private URL, add it to OBS, and keep the key hidden.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need Pro to start?

No. Free includes the core YouTube Music lyrics experience and a watermarked Overlay.

Where do lyrics come from?

YouTube Music is the current playback source. Availability varies by song and region.

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