How to Use the Lyrics.ovh MCP in CrewAI
Deploy autonomous music-research crews using CrewAI and the Lyrics.ovh MCP Server.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Lyrics.ovh MCP to CrewAI
Create your Vinkius account to connect Lyrics.ovh to CrewAI and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Specialized agents for CrewAI
Assign the `get_lyrics` tool to a dedicated research agent. While your analyzer agent focuses on sentiment, your researcher pulls the raw text directly from the source. This keeps your crew specialized. No single agent gets overwhelmed by doing too many tasks at once.
Collaborative song discovery for CrewAI
Let your agents use `suggest_songs` as a shared resource. One agent suggests a list, and another agent filters that list to find the perfect track for your project. It’s a team-based approach to music discovery. Your agents share the memory of these findings, leading to better outcomes for the entire crew.
Selective tool exposure for MCP Server
Use the tool filter to limit which agent has access to `get_lyrics`. You don't need every member of the crew to have the power to pull lyrics if only one agent needs it. This keeps your crew's operations clean and efficient. You maintain tight control over the capabilities of every individual agent.
Set up Lyrics.ovh MCP in CrewAI
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10+ installed
-
crewaipackage (pip install crewai) - Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Install CrewAI
Run
pip install crewaito install the framework. MCP support is built-in via themcpsparameter. - 2
Add the MCP URL to your agent
Pass your Vinkius endpoint directly to the
mcpslist. Replace[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. CrewAI handles tool discovery and caching automatically. - 3
Kick off your crew
Create a
Crewwith your agent and tasks. Callcrew.kickoff()— the agent will automatically invoke Lyrics.ovh tools as needed.
from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew
agent = Agent(
role="Lyrics.ovh Analyst",
goal="Access and analyze Lyrics.ovh data via MCP.",
backstory="Expert analyst with direct Lyrics.ovh access.",
mcps=[
"https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
],
)
task = Task(
description="List recent Lyrics.ovh transactions",
agent=agent,
expected_output="A summary of recent activity",
)
crew = Crew(agents=[agent], tasks=[task])
result = crew.kickoff()
print(result) Prerequisites
- Python 3.10+ installed
-
crewai+crewai-toolspackages - Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Install dependencies
Run
pip install crewai crewai-tools. TheMCPServerAdapterhandles lifecycle management and tool conversion. - 2
Connect with MCPServerAdapter
Use
MCPServerAdapteras a context manager withSseServerParameterspointing to your Vinkius endpoint. The adapter automatically manages connection lifecycle. - 3
Assign tools and run
Pass the returned
mcp_toolsto your agent'stoolsparameter. The adapter converts MCP tools to nativeBaseToolobjects compatible with all CrewAI agents.
from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew
from crewai_tools import MCPServerAdapter
from mcp import SseServerParameters
server_params = SseServerParameters(
url="https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
)
with MCPServerAdapter(server_params) as mcp_tools:
agent = Agent(
role="Lyrics.ovh Analyst",
goal="Access and analyze Lyrics.ovh data via MCP.",
backstory="Expert analyst with direct Lyrics.ovh access.",
tools=mcp_tools,
)
task = Task(
description="List recent Lyrics.ovh transactions",
agent=agent,
expected_output="A summary of recent activity",
)
crew = Crew(agents=[agent], tasks=[task])
result = crew.kickoff()
print(result) Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by Lyrics.ovh. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
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