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Genius
AddedMar 17, 2024
UpdatedJul 3, 2026
Genius

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Genius: Music encyclopedia connecting artists and fans worldwide.

Founded
2009
Accelerator
Y Combinator logoY CombinatorS11
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Founded in 2009, Genius is a music intelligence platform that began as a site for annotating rap lyrics. Its core mission is to provide a comprehensive encyclopedia of music, connecting artists and fans worldwide. Genius offers a wide array of services including lyric annotations, song meanings, and artist interviews. The platform caters to over 100 million users each month, serving music knowledge across various genres and fostering a community-driven approach to understanding music.

Notable affiliated individuals include co-founders Tom Lehman and Ilan Zechory. Genius has attracted investments from prominent entities such as Andreessen Horowitz and Google Ventures. Key achievements include expanding its content beyond hip-hop to encompass all music genres and establishing itself as a go-to resource for music enthusiasts. The overall impact of Genius lies in its ability to bridge the gap between artists and fans, enriching the music listening experience through deeper insights and community engagement.

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Genius - Quick Facts

Who are Genius' competitors?

Companies similar to Genius include Sensu Music, Sonauto, Music Maven and FanFare Music.

When was Genius founded?

Genius was founded in 2009.

When was Genius' last funding round?

Genius' most recent funding round was for $17k (USD) in January 2011.

How much has Genius raised to-date?

As of Jan 1, 2011, Genius has raised a total of $17k (USD).

Genius - Classification

Ownership
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • Data
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Advertising
  • Recurring
  • Software
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Lyrics
  • Music
Tags
  • API
  • SaaS