Free Song Lyrics License
This License for Use of Song Lyrics is between a lyricist (also known as the "licensee") and a company who desires to license, market and promote the song lyrics. This license sets out the specifics of the arrangement including the granting of the lyrics license, purposes for which the lyrics may be used and if there are any restrictions on usage of the lyrics. It also sets out the license fee which will be paid and that the parties are considered as independent contractors. It is vital that this license be memorialized in writing. A written License for Use of Song Lyrics will prove beneficial in the event of miscommunication or disagreements between the parties.
This License for Use of Song Lyrics contains the following provisions:
Parties: Sets out the name and address of the lyricist/licensor and the company/licensee;
Recitals: Sets out that the lyricist desires to grant a license with regard to certain song lyrics to licensee;
Grant of License/Restrictions: The purposes for which the song lyrics can be used and any restrictions for use of the lyrics;
License Fee: Spells out the amount of the license fee and how this fee will be paid to lyricist;
Parties Relationship: Each party will be considered as an independent contractor;
Signatures: Both licensor and licensee must sign and date this agreement in the presence of witnesses.
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License for Use of Song Lyrics
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