If you are a gamer interested in streaming on various platforms and seeking the best commands to assist you, then you have certainly heard of Nightbot and the array of commands it provides.
The song request command is becoming increasingly popular these days. If you want to stay on trend and ensure your stream stands out, you should definitely learn how to manage it.
For this reason, I have prepared a brief guide to help you manage the Nightbot song request command and incorporate this fantastic feature into your Twitch or Discord stream.
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How Do You Request a Song on Nightbot?
Like all other commands on Nightbot, requesting a song is straightforward. You simply need to learn how to enter the simple command that will automatically play music from YouTube.
Requesting songs is easy when you follow these simple steps:
Once you have completed this process, the video you shared from YouTube should begin playing on your channel.
Playing YouTube videos?
Every streaming website enables you to play a YouTube video; however, in some instances, playing songs from specific artists may not be allowed due to copyright policies.
This doesn’t mean you can’t play any song requests or YouTube videos. However, if you notice that the website you are streaming from is not allowing you to start a particular song, you should refrain from using it and likely avoid all other songs by the same artist.
Once you paste the YouTube video ID and save the command in the song request settings, it should begin playing on your channel, allowing everyone who is watching to hear it.
However, if you cannot find a requested song on YouTube, avoid playing it from a music player like Spotify or Apple Music, as this can also lead to copyright issues.
You should only leave a YouTube link in the command box, and you cannot request songs from any other platform.
Who can use this command?
Some people also choose to make the entire song request command accessible to everyone, allowing even viewers of your stream to request songs they enjoy through the command.
However, whenever someone attempts to alter your Nightbot commands, you must enable a song request before the song begins playing on your server.
The song’s command is an excellent way to engage with your viewers and followers. Additionally, it allows you to incorporate background music into your stream without the risk of being banned due to copyright issues.
Some streamers even have designated days for streams where their followers can request songs and engage in conversation with them. This is an excellent way to foster a loyal community and strengthen their connection.
Changing the song
However, whenever you want to change the song, you must find a new YouTube URL for the song you wish to hear, and then you will need to repeat the entire copy-paste process, which can be quite time-consuming and not very enjoyable.
This is also why many people are allowing their followers to request songs themselves, as well as why they are creating new commands and following commands that will keep the YouTube playlist running without the need for constant typing.
You can create a song list on YouTube or find a premade one and add a song that is on the playlist, allowing it to continue playing even when you don’t switch the link.
Some individuals are also creating new commands in the command center, but there is still no command that allows you to leave YouTube shuffling while you play the game.
I believe the best approach is to initiate the request-a-song command, share the command settings with your followers, and then allow your Twitch viewers to request and suggest new songs in the Twitch chat.
There are also various settings that enable you to display the name of the song and allow viewers to guess it.
Ensure that song requests are enabled in your settings, and you will be able to start your song queue right away!
All of these entertaining features can assist you in building the community and attracting more traffic to your stream. Everyone desires a community that is active in the comment section and maintains constant contact.
What Is AutoDJ On NightBot?
There is another similar command on Nightbot known as AutoDJ that you can use.
This command features its Nightbot dashboard and AutoDJ page, which generate a new playlist and play it during your stream.
You don’t have much control over the type of music included in the playlist, and you can only use it as background music for your channel, meaning you cannot increase the volume significantly.
This is also an excellent way to enhance your stream because, from the moment you click the play button, it will continue playing, allowing your audience to enjoy the music throughout the entire stream.
However, neither you nor they will have the ability to change the song or perform any similar actions. Therefore, if the music playing on AutoDJ is not what you want for your stream, you will need to find YouTube videos and start playing them using the command we explained above.
What Is the Nightbot Song Request Command on Twitch?
If you are using a Twitch channel to stream, you don’t even need to have Nightbot installed to accept song requests.
Every Twitch user will essentially be able to create a song queue in the Twitch chat, allowing their followers to continuously add new songs.
They will be able to start requesting songs as soon as you activate the feature, and they can send a YouTube link on their own.
If you are a premium Twitch user, you will have access to the song skip feature and will be able to search YouTube directly from the Twitch app.
If you want to grow your channel but have no idea how to do so without spending money on sponsorships, consider adding song requests and playing upcoming or trending songs. This strategy will increase your account’s visibility on other people’s homepages and encourage them to check it out.
The chat commands on Twitch are easy to use, allowing you to play the next song without any issues. If you are fortunate enough to have a loyal fanbase, you might even find a mod who can manage your chat commands and the music player.
Many people with large Twitch channels do this, and it is significantly easier if you have someone to manage the default commands and begin finding song requests on your behalf.
Overall, this is a significantly better option than the traditional Nightbot song request command. If you have a Twitch channel, I recommend sticking with this one, as its media controls are straightforward, and you won’t have to spend ages searching through YouTube to find the song you’re looking for.
