In the music industry, accuracy is everything. At Copyright Power International, we often see the consequences of overlooked details in music registrations.
One of the most common mistakes? Missing or incorrect songwriting splits.

When (co-)writing a song, all collaborators must agree on how royalties are divided. These splits need to total 100%. For members of a PRO like Buma/Stemra, this ensures proper payout and catalog control. It’s best to agree on splits as early as the songwriting session. A written agreement is not only wise, it’s a safeguard against disputes. Once your song is created, accurate registration with your PRO is essential. Do you also take in account who claims (part of) the neighbouring rights? And what about the music royalty split?

Proper registration keeps the creative process healthy and sustainable. We support songwriters and publishers in handling these details so they can focus on the music. Need help with your registrations or splits? Get in touch. We’ve got your back.