Lyrics.ovh

Simple API to retrieve the lyrics of a song

MusicAuth: NoneHTTPS: YesCORS: unknownStatus: unknown

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Getting Started

This API requires no authentication — you can start making requests immediately with no sign-up or API key needed.

Find the endpoint — Check the API's documentation for available endpoints and what data they return.
Make a request — Use fetch() in JavaScript, curl in your terminal, or any HTTP client to call the API.
Use the data — The API will return data (usually JSON) that you can parse and use in your application.

No-auth APIs are the easiest to get started with — perfect for learning, prototyping, and building side projects.

CORS Support

CORS support for this API is unknown. If you get cross-origin errors in the browser, try calling the API from your server instead.

Quick Example

// Using cURL
curl https://lyricsovh.docs.apiary.io

// Using JavaScript fetch()
const response = await fetch(apiUrl);
const data = await response.json();

About Lyrics.ovh

Lyrics.ovh is a free, no-authentication API in the Music category. You can start using it immediately without creating an account or obtaining an API key — just send an HTTP request and receive data back. This API supports HTTPS for secure connections and has unknown CORS support — test from your environment to confirm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyrics.ovh free to use?

Yes, Lyrics.ovh is listed as a free public API. It requires no sign-up or API key. Some APIs have rate limits on their free tier, so check the official documentation for current limits.

Can I use Lyrics.ovh in my web app?

CORS support is unknown for this API. Try calling it from your browser first. If you get a CORS error, you will need a backend proxy server.

What format does Lyrics.ovh return data in?

Most free APIs return data in JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) format. JSON is supported by every major programming language and is easy to parse. Check the API's documentation for the exact response format and available fields.

Is Lyrics.ovh still working?

We have not recently verified the status of this API. Try visiting the API URL directly or making a test request to check if it is currently online.

Are there alternatives to Lyrics.ovh?

Yes! Browse our Music category to see all available APIs in the same category. Having alternatives is recommended in case this API goes offline or changes its terms.