Spotify's Listening Age Feature: A Funny or Embarrassing Glimpse Into Your Music Tastes?

Spotify's yearly "Wrapped" feature has a new twist that's got people talking. This time, it's not just about the songs you've listened to the most. Now, it's also guessing your "listening age" based on your music choices. Some people are laughing, while others are feeling a bit embarrassed. For instance, a 23-year-old named Gharieth Edries was shocked to find out that Spotify thinks he's 50. Why? Because he's been listening to a lot of '80s music, like Duran Duran, Depeche Mode, and Fleetwood Mac. He even admitted that he's become obsessed with these bands, thanks to his mom's influence. Another user, Charlotte Ward, who is 22, was labeled as 68 because of her love for Fleetwood Mac. But it's not just the young ones who are getting surprising results. A 44-year-old was told they have the music tastes of a 59-year-old. Meanwhile, a 39-year-old was offended to be told they sound like a 23-year-old. Even colleagues at a well-known media outlet got surprising results. One, who is 36, was guessed to be 72, while another, also 36, was shockingly told they sound like 86. So, how does Spotify figure out your "listening age"? It looks at the release years of all the songs you've listened to and compares them to what people your age usually listen to. If you're 25 but love late-'70s music, Spotify might guess you're around 63. It's all about finding the music that makes you stand out from your peers. But what does your "listening age" say about you? Is it cool to listen to music that's way older than you? Or is it embarrassing? Some people think it shows you have a deep and varied musical taste. Others might find it a bit cringe. Either way, it's all part of the fun and weirdness of Spotify Wrapped. In the end, music is personal. It says a lot about who we are, and we can feel proud or embarrassed by our music choices. So, whether you're laughing or cringing at your "listening age, " remember, it's all just a bit of fun.