MUSIC PUBLISHING
GLOSSARY

Split Sheet

A signed document that outlines the shares of an individual musical work each co-writer will control. A split agreement should be finalized between collaborators before it is exploited commercially in any way, including commercial release to streaming services. 

Related Terms:

• Split
• Co-Writer

Related Articles:

• Understanding Split and Lyric Sheets
• Figuring Out Song Splits With Producers
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• Music Publishing in the Real World: Co-Writing & Split Sheets
• Help Center: Split

Related Resources:

• Split Sheet Template

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