MUSIC PUBLISHING
GLOSSARY

Writer Share

The writer share, or "writer's share of performance," is the portion of performance royalties that is paid directly to a songwriter, whether or not they have a publisher. It is distinguished in this way from the publisher share. 

Related Terms:

• Performance Royalties
• Songwriter
• Music Publishing

Related Articles:

• What's the Difference Between the Writer's Share and Publisher's Share?
• Songwriting Royalties Explained: Writer's vs Publisher's Share

Related Resources:

• Royalty Checklist

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