To play music files stored in Google Drive on your Android device — without using YouTube or turning them into a video — here are simple, direct methods:
✅ Method 1: Use a Music Player App That Supports Google Drive
Some music players can access your Google Drive directly and stream or download songs.
🎵 Recommended Apps:
CloudPlayer by doubleTwist
Free with optional paid upgrade.
Supports Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive.
Lets you stream or download music files (MP3, FLAC, etc.) from Drive.
Google Play Link (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.doubleTwist.cloudPlayer)
n7player Music Player + Cloud plugin
Stylish local music player with cloud access plugins.
You'll need the cloud plugin to add Google Drive.
✅ Method 2: Use Google Drive App + Open With Music Player
If you already have the files in your Drive, you can open them with any compatible player.
Steps:
Open the Google Drive app.
Navigate to the music file (e.g., .mp3, .m4a, etc.).
Tap the three dots next to the file → Tap "Open with".
Choose a music player app (like VLC, Poweramp, etc.).
This plays the file without downloading it unless the app needs to.
✅ Method 3: Download Music from Google Drive to Your Device
If you prefer to keep your music locally:
Steps:
Open Google Drive app.
Find the song you want.
Tap the three dots → Select "Download".
Once downloaded, play it using any local music app (like:
VLC
Musicolet
Poweramp
Phonograph
🛑 Avoid These (if you don't want video or YouTube):
Google Drive's built-in audio player is basic and not ideal for playlists.
Avoid uploading to YouTube just to stream your music — it's unnecessary and public unless carefully configured.