Evaluate Copyright and Licensing — Evaluate Copyright and Licensing

A copyright registration for a musical composition grants the owner exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, publicly perform, and publicly display the work. For sound recordings, the owner's public performance right is limited specifically to digital audio transmissions.

Because these rights are separate and often held by different entities, researchers may need separate permissions from both owners to use lyrics and audio. Understanding these distinct licensing requirements is essential before publishing any research containing copyrighted material.