This agreement grants the Licensee full exclusive rights to record, distribute, and monetize the song titled above. Upon execution of this agreement and full payment, the Songwriter relinquishes the right to license this song to any other party.
The Licensee may:
2. Ownership & Credit
The underlying songwriting copyright remains with Jimmy Lawrence (Shadow Creek Music) unless otherwise negotiated.
Songwriter credit must be displayed in any release metadata or credits:
“Written by Jimmy Lawrence – Shadow Creek Music”
Mechanical/publishing royalties are subject to standard U.S. copyright law unless otherwise agreed.
3. Compensation
Exclusive license fee: $[Insert Agreed Price] (paid in full)
No recurring royalties owed to songwriter for use of the master
Additional negotiated royalties, splits, or publishing shares can be listed here:
[Optional Section for Custom Agreements]
4. Restrictions
The song must not be sublicensed, resold, or transferred without written approval
The songwriter agrees to take the song off the market and refrain from issuing new licenses to others
5. Legal
This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Maryland (or Licensee’s state if preferred)
Disputes, if any, will be handled through arbitration or small claims unless mutually agreed otherwise
Signed this day: [Insert Date]
Licensee Signature: _______________________________
Songwriter (Jimmy Lawrence): ________________________
Contact: [email protected]
Whether you're using my Southern Gospel songs in your church or seeking songwriting services, I'd love to hear from you. My original songs are available without royalty fees, and I can send lyrics upon request. If my music has blessed you, please share your story - hearing how these songs touch lives is all I ask in return.