Songs With a Purpose

Songs With a Purpose

Original Songwriting

Writing music has been a calling on my life, not just a craft. Every song I write carries the message God has placed in my heart—meant to …
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Song Production

I offer production for my original Southern Gospel songs, making sure each one is ready for churches, revivals, and community events. The …
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Custom Music for Ministries

Sometimes a specific message calls for a specific song. If you’re planning a revival, camp meeting, or Sunday service and want music …
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Legal Song Rights

Grant of Rights

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:


  • Record, perform, and release the song commercially or non-commercially
  • Edit, rearrange, or adapt lyrics/music for their version
  • Retain 100% of master royalties
  • Register the master with streaming platforms and PROs (e.g., BMI, ASCAP)

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]

Share Your Journey With Me

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.