Adding music in CapCut is one of the first steps of video editing. Whether you want to add background music, your favorite song, TikTok trending audios, or your own recorded sound, CapCut gives you multiple ways to import, sync, and edit audio easily.

This complete guide explains how to add music/songs in CapCut on Android, iPhone, PC, and the online web version, along with step-by-step instructions, tips, and solutions for common problems like music not loading or no sound after exporting.

🎵 Types of Music You Can Add in CapCut

CapCut allows you to add music in several ways:

Built-in CapCut music library
TikTok music integration
Import music from your device
Extract audio from a video
Record your own voice/music
Use audio templates
Add sound effects (SFX)

📱 How to Add Music in CapCut (Android/iPhone)

Follow these easy steps:

1. Open CapCut → New Project

Tap New Project and import your video clips.

2. Tap “Audio” (Bottom Toolbar)

You will see several options:

Sounds
Effects
Extracted
Voiceover

3. Choose How You Want to Add Music

⭐ Option 1: Add Music From CapCut Library

Tap Sounds
Browse categories: Trending, Travel, Beats, Vlog, Fresh, etc.
Tap a song to preview
Tap Use to add it to your project

CapCut provides copyright-safe music for TikTok and personal editing.

⭐ Option 2: Add Your Own Music (From Device Storage)

Tap Sounds
Select Your Sounds
Tap From device
Choose any MP3, WAV, or M4A file from your phone

This is the best method for adding:

Songs you downloaded
Background music
Custom tracks
Studio music files

⭐ Option 3: Extract Audio From a Video

If you have a video with a song or sound you like:

Tap Extracted
Select the video
CapCut will separate the audio and put it on the timeline

Useful for:

Using TikTok video audio
Using music from a YouTube clip
Adding audio from screen recordings

⭐ Option 4: Record Your Own Voice or Music

Tap Voiceover
Press Hold to record
Record your voice/music
Release to save

Great for commentary, singing, or adding narration.

🖥️ How to Add Music in CapCut PC (Windows/Mac)

The desktop version gives even more control.

1. Open CapCut PC → New Project

2. Click “Audio” in the Top Menu

You will see options:

Music
Sound Effects
Extract Audio
Voiceover

3. Choose How to Add Music

⭐ Add Music File From Your Computer

Click Upload
Select your MP3/WAV/M4A file
Drag it to the timeline

⭐ Use CapCut’s Built-In Music Library

Click Music
Browse categories
Click + to add to timeline

⭐ Extract Audio From a Video File

Import the video into the media section
Right-click → Extract Audio
Audio appears on the track below

⭐ Record Voiceover (PC Microphone)

Click Record
Choose Microphone
Start recording

🌐 How to Add Music in CapCut Web (Online Editor)

1. Open CapCut Web Editor

2. Import Your Project or Start a New One

3. Click “Audio” on the Left Sidebar

You will see:

Music library
Upload feature
Extract audio

4. Upload or Select Music

Click Upload to add your own file
Choose a sound from the library
Extract audio from uploaded videos

🎧 How to Adjust Music in CapCut

After adding a song, you can edit it:

✔️ Trim or Split Music

Drag the ends to shorten
Use Split to cut at specific points

✔️ Adjust Volume

Tap audio → Volume

Increase or lower volume
Use Fade in / Fade out

✔️ Change Speed

Useful for matching beats to transitions.

✔️ Use Beat Sync

CapCut automatically adds beat markers.

✔️ Add Multiple Music Tracks

You can layer music + sound effects + voiceover together.

❗ Common Issues & Fixes

1. Music Not Loading

Fixes:

Clear CapCut cache
Reconnect internet
Update the app

2. No Music After Export

Fix:

Ensure volume is not muted
Remove copyright-protected music
Use MP3 instead of unsupported formats

3. CapCut Cannot Import Song

Make sure:

File is MP3, WAV, AAC, or M4A
File is not corrupted
Rename the file (no symbols/emojis)

🎯 Final Words

Adding music in CapCut is simple whether you’re using the mobile app, PC version, or the online editor. You can choose from CapCut’s built-in library, upload your own songs, extract audio from videos, or even record your own voice.