HomePod is making me hate Jingle Bells

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HomePod is making me hate Jingle Bells

When I ask HomePod Siri to play jingle bells, she plays the most horrifying version of Jingle Bells (by Lisa Loeb) that I’ve ever heard . . . And she does it every time I ask for Jingle Bells. I’ve disliked the song on both the HomePod and on my iPhone. Repeatedly. As has my wife . . . Repeatedly. Personal Requests is on, as is Update Listening History.

This has been happening since last Christmas season. I’d rather hear Jingle Bells as played by my neighbors all accordion and nails-on-chalkboard band with an alley cat on lead vocals than the Lisa Loeb version. Please help!!

Posted on Nov 11, 2020 4:39 PM

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turingtest2

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Nov 12, 2020 2:41 AM in response to Scott 2

Try "Hey Siri, play Jingle Bells by Spike Jones". See List of artists who have recorded "Jingle_Bells" for alternative artists you could ask for. I estimate 266 versions to choose from. I don't suppose they're all available on Apple Music but you should be able to find one that you like.

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Nov 12, 2020 4:27 AM in response to Scott 2

You would think that "Hey Siri, dislike this song" would do the trick, but even after using it Siri keeps wanting to offer me a version by Children's Christmas Party even after doing so. I assume that is a UK/US thing. Use Feedback - HomePod - Apple to suggest improvements, in the meantime you'll have to be specific. The Barenaked Ladies version is fun.

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Nov 12, 2020 4:19 AM in response to turingtest2

. . . thanks.

On the other hand, I find it difficult to believe Siri can't recall and respect my preference to not play that particular song, which is really what I'm after.

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HomePod is making me hate Jingle Bells

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