Once the music’s made, the paperwork has to follow. That’s where split sheets come in.
What Is a Split Sheet?
A split sheet is a simple agreement that lists all contributors to a song and how ownership is divided. It protects everyone’s rights and ensures people get paid correctly.
What’s Included:
- Song title & date
- Names/legal info of each contributor (including email and PRO info)
- Percentage of ownership per contributor
- Signatures from all parties
For example:
- Artist: 50%
- Producer: 50%
Or if there are multiple writers, it might look like:
- Artist A: 40%
- Artist B: 30%
- Producer: 30%
Why It’s Non-Negotiable
- You need it to register the song with a PRO (like ASCAP or BMI).
- It avoids conflict later when royalties start rolling in.
- It helps in sync licensing or label deals. Everyone needs to know who owns what.
Tools to Simplify the Process
Track Blazers is actively building creator-friendly tools to:
- Auto-generate digital split sheets
- Let producers and artists finalize splits inside the platform
- Track contributions with timestamps and chat history
Collaboration should come with clarity—not confusion.
Final Takeaway
Finding the right producer is as much about emotional synergy as it is about musical alignment. When that connection clicks, magic happens.
But don’t forget: protecting that magic requires clear communication and proper paperwork. Use split sheets early and often.
With the right partner and process, your sound—and your business—can thrive.
What’s Next?
Now that you know how to find the right producer and protect your rights, the next step is making sure your music actually reaches people. That’s where metadata comes in.
In our next article, we’ll break down what metadata is, why it matters, and how to get it right every time you release music . Understanding metadata can be the difference between being discovered—or being invisible.