If a track is performing well on user-generated playlists but poorly on algorithmic playlists, what specific metadata element should be immediately reviewed and potentially optimized?

The metadata element that should be immediately reviewed and potentially optimized is the track's genre tags. User-generated playlists are often less sensitive to genre classification since they are based on subjective taste. Algorithmic playlists, however, rely heavily on accurate genre tagging to categorize songs and recommend them to listeners. For example, if a song is tagged with only broad genres, it might not be placed in niche algorithmic playlists that cater to specific subgenres or moods. Refining the genre tags to accurately reflect the nuances of the music is essential for algorithmic discovery. This involves adding more specific genre tags and ensuring they align with Spotify's established genre taxonomy, enabling the algorithm to appropriately classify and place the track.