Search databases like ASCAP or BMI to find the publisher and songwriter.

Protects the actual audio file you hear. It is typically owned by the record label or the recording artist . 2. How to Buy Full Ownership (Copyright Transfer)

Buying the actual copyright is rare and expensive, often occurring when an investor buys a catalog or a company commissions a "work for hire".

A legal contract must be signed to transfer the title from the seller to the buyer. 3. How to Buy a License (Usage Rights)

This is the standard method for using a song in videos, ads, or games.

Every recorded song contains two distinct legal protections that must be addressed: