Spotify User Attempts to Cancel Deceased Mother's Account, Receives Shocking Response

Feb 07, 2025 Komal Das

A Reddit user shared a shocking and amusing response from Spotify when trying to cancel their deceased mother’s account

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A Reddit user tried to cancel her late mother's Spotify, and the app’s reply led her to create a "goodbye" playlist

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The post surprised many users, highlighting how humor can arise from serious situations

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Users offered condolences, noting that dark humor can help after loss, and criticized apps that guilt-trip users when canceling subscriptions

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Users shared struggles with canceling subscriptions and a fitness watch’s odd recommendations after a parent’s death

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