Turn Photos into Custom Music with Gemini Lyria 3 on Pixel

Pixel Drop

Create your own custom soundtrack with Gemini Lyria 3

Discover how Gemini Lyria 3 lets you create personalised soundtracks from simple text prompts and photos on your Pixel.
23 June 2026
Key Takeaways
  1. Gemini uses the Lyria 3 model to turn text and photos into musical tracks.
  2. Upload a photo to get a custom soundtrack with lyrics that capture the scene's emotion.
  3. Access this feature easily through the tools menu on any Pixel device with the Gemini app.
Music for every moment

With the introduction of Lyria 3 in Gemini, your Pixel can now create those musical moments for you, tailored specifically to your life.

This new feature allows users, who do not know how to play an instrument or own expensive studio equipment, to generate music tracks using simple text prompts or images. It is designed to be accessible and fun, meaning you don’t need a background in music theory to make something that sounds great.

Capture the vibe of your photos

One of the most exciting ways to use this feature is by uploading one of your favourite photos and creating a track inspired by the photo. We take thousands of photos to capture memories, but photos are silent. Gemini changes that by giving your photos a custom soundtrack.

Let’s say you are looking at a photo of a rainy afternoon spent reading a book. You can upload that photo to Gemini. The model anlayses the scene—the rain against the window, the cosy lighting—and composes a track that fits that mood. It goes beyond just melody and creates lyrics that fit the feeling.

Send a song instead of a text

Gemini offers a fun new way to connect with the people in your life by turning your words into a personalised track that you can share with others.

Think about the inside jokes you share with your siblings or friends. You can now immortalise those jokes in a song. innovative simply typing a description of the genre and the subject matter, Gemini builds a track from scratch. Whether you want to send a dramatic ballad about a lost sock or a high-energy anthem for a weekend getaway, the only limit is your imagination.

How to start creating on your Pixel

Creating your first track is simple and takes only a few moments. You do not need to download any third-party apps or worry about complicated settings.

Here is how to do it:

Find the tool: Open the Gemini app on your Pixel and select "Create music" from the tools menu.

Choose your input: Type in a creative description, or upload a photo from your gallery.

Let the AI work: Gemini Lyria 3 will process your input and generate a high-quality, unique track.

Refine and share: If you want to change the vibe, you can easily adjust your prompt to try a different style or instrument.

You can start creating 30-second tracks today without signing up for a new service. This feature requires no subscription and works on all Google Pixel devices that support the Gemini app.

Read on

Gemini Bubbles Pixel Drop
Gemini Bubbles Pixel Drop
Gemini Bubbles Pixel Drop
Gemini Bubbles Pixel Drop

Master your multitasking with Bubbles.

Gemini Music Generation Pixel Drop
Gemini Music Generation Pixel Drop
Gemini Music Generation Pixel Drop
Gemini Music Generation Pixel Drop

Record your screen and your reaction at the same time on Pixel

Gemini Omni Pixel Drop
Gemini Omni Pixel Drop

Wondering what song is playing? Your Pixel phone can help.

Sign up for Google updates

Never miss a beat.

Keep me updated about devices, news, tips and offers from Google Store.
Google apps