Split Sheet And Its Importance On Every Record
hafrikPlayNGIn order to be paid in the music business you must register your songs. Performing Rights Organizations (ASCAP, BMI, SESAC), labels, publishers, and people who may sync your music will not Pay Out if there are concerns about who the creators of the song are and who the money should be paid too.
Most artists rely solely on their talent, which leaves them broke… But it doesn’t have to be that way! You want a career in music, and you want to get paid. So, there’s no excuse for not knowing the basics of how to do it.
Split sheets should have the following information:
Name of the song
Legal name of everyone involved who contributed to the song
Their role in the song (producer, songwriter)
Percentage share of their contribution
Their performing rights affiliate – AS BOTH A SONGWRITER AND PUBLISHER
If they are not their own publisher than the publishing company that represents them
Address or email in order to be able to contact them
Signature of each creator
Is a split sheet a contract?
Before signing a split sheet, it is wise for all parties to seek legal counsel to ensure that the document thoroughly protects their rights. Music professionals need to educate themselves about the various rights (songwriting copyright, recording copyright etc.) and appreciate the roles that all the right holders play. A split sheet acts as a contract when you sign it.
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