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Lyric videos

AI lyric video maker with animated lyric captions.

Turn a song clip into a lyric video with words that appear as they are sung — then correct every line before export.

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Quick answer

To make a lyric video with AnimateCaptions, upload an MP4 or MOV of the song clip, let it transcribe the vocals with word timing, correct the lyrics in the editor, choose a lyric preset such as Lyric or Verse, and export an MP4 with the lyrics burned in. Because speech recognition is built for speech, sung vocals usually need more correction, and clips are limited to 2 minutes (5 minutes on Pro).

Key takeaways

  • Lyric and Verse presets reveal words progressively and enlarge emphasis words — a common lyric-video look.
  • Sung vocals over loud instrumentals transcribe less accurately than speech; plan to edit lyrics.
  • Clip length: 2 minutes on free and Creator plans, 5 minutes on Pro — use a chorus or a section for TikTok.
  • Check you have the rights to the music before publishing.

Lyric video maker online free

The free tier lets you make lyric clips up to 2 minutes and 500 MB with 1080p export and a small watermark. No install or credit card is required.

TikTok lyric video maker

For TikTok and Reels, use a 15–60 second section, a vertical 9:16 video, and a large preset positioned in the center or upper third so platform controls do not cover the lyrics.

Best AI lyric video maker: what to look for

Look for word-level timing (not line-level), an easy lyric editor, styles that suit the song's mood, and an export that keeps the audio intact. Dedicated music-visualizer tools add backgrounds and audio-reactive effects; AnimateCaptions focuses on the lyric text over your own footage.

Getting accurate lyric timing

Upload a version with clear vocals if you have one, select the song's language, then correct words line by line.

Step by step

Make a lyric video in 4 steps.

  1. 1

    Upload your song clip

    Choose an MP4 or MOV file in the browser. The spoken audio is transcribed automatically with word-level timing.

  2. 2

    Review and correct the words

    Read the transcript against the preview and fix names, brands, numbers, or specialist terms before they reach your audience.

  3. 3

    Choose and customize a caption style

    Start from one of 32+ animated presets, then adjust the font, colors, outline, background, emphasis, and position for the video.

  4. 4

    Export a burned-in MP4

    Render the captions into the video and download a finished file whose text stays consistent across social platforms and devices.

Editor walkthrough

Edit and preview before you export.

Correct words, customize the style, reposition individual lines, and preview the burned-in result.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions.

Can AI make a lyric video automatically?

AI can transcribe and time the vocals, but sung lyrics are harder to recognize than speech. Expect to correct some words before export.

Can I use a full-length song?

Clips are limited to 2 minutes on free and Creator plans and 5 minutes on Pro. Most social lyric videos use a 15–60 second section.

Which preset looks best for lyrics?

Lyric (bold sans-serif with brush-font emphasis words) and Verse (italic serif with glow) were designed for this look. Both are editable.

What video files can I upload?

AnimateCaptions accepts MP4 and MOV files up to 500 MB. It is designed for short-form clips up to two minutes long.

Can I correct the transcript before exporting?

Yes. You can click incorrect words in the browser editor, correct names or terminology, hide unwanted segments, and preview the result before export.

Are the captions permanently added to the video?

Yes. The export is an MP4 with open captions rendered into the video frames. They remain visible when the file is posted or shared.

Is AnimateCaptions free?

There is a free tier with no credit card required. Free exports include a small AnimateCaptions watermark; paid plans remove it.

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