What synchronized lyrics contain
Timed lyrics associate lines, and sometimes words, with playback positions. This allows the current line to advance as the song plays.
Line timing does not automatically mean word-level timing. Karaoke-style progression requires compatible word-level information.
What plain text lyrics contain
Plain text provides words and line breaks without a dependable timeline. It remains useful for reading but cannot accurately follow pause, seek, or playback position.
StreamLyric does not estimate fake timestamps for plain text.
Why availability changes
Different tracks, versions, regions, and providers may return different lyric types. A remix or live recording may not match a timed entry for the studio track.
Automatic source selection tries available timed sources first and can fall back to readable text.
Step-by-step setup
- 01Check the lyric source status
Identify whether the current track provides timed or plain text lyrics.
- 02Use automatic selection when unsure
Allow StreamLyric to try the normal quality-based fallback order.
- 03Choose an appropriate Overlay style
Use timed progression only when timing exists; keep plain text presentation simple and readable.
- 04Test another track version
Compare the exact studio, live, remix, or alternate upload when availability differs.
Frequently asked questions
Are synchronized lyrics always word by word?
No. Many synchronized lyrics provide line timing only. Word-level Karaoke needs additional timing data.
Can StreamLyric synchronize plain text automatically?
No. It does not fabricate timing when timestamps are unavailable.