Exclusive Music License Agreement

By purchasing or otherwise obtaining an exclusive license to the Licensed Work(s), the Licensee agrees to the following terms with the music’s creator (“Licensor”). This agreement becomes effective upon successful payment and delivery of the Licensed Work(s).

1. Grant of License

The Licensor grants the Licensee an exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to use the Licensed Work(s) in personal, commercial, or creative projects, including but not limited to music recordings, film, video, podcasts, games, online content, and advertising.

Exclusivity means the Licensed Work(s) will not be licensed to any other party following this agreement's effective date.

This exclusivity applies only to the specific Licensed Work(s) purchased and does not extend to other works by the Licensor.

The Licensee's rights are worldwide, perpetual, and defined by this agreement, unless otherwise specified in writing.

2. Ownership and Rights

The Licensor retains full ownership and copyright of the original Licensed Work(s), including both the musical composition and master recording.

This agreement grants usage rights but does not transfer ownership, unless a separate written agreement is executed for a full buyout or copyright transfer.

  • The Licensee may not:
  • Resell, relicense, or redistribute the Licensed Work(s) as standalone files
  • Include the Licensed Work(s) in sound libraries, sample packs, or beat marketplaces
  • Use the Licensed Work(s) to create content for resale by third parties (e.g., stock music sites or production toolkits)

3. Derivative Works & Monetized Use

The Licensee may:

Create derivative works by adding vocals, instrumentation, or other creative content

Commercially release those derivative works (e.g., singles, EPs, albums) via digital distribution, streaming, sync licensing, or physical formats

Monetize the resulting content on streaming platforms, social media, or during live performances

The Licensee may not:

  • Share, distribute, or resell the original Licensed Work(s) in unaltered or minimally altered form
  • Register the Licensed Work(s) with any Content ID system (e.g., YouTube Content ID) or performance rights organization (e.g., ASCAP, BMI, SESAC) without prior written permission
  • Claim exclusive rights to the underlying composition or master beyond what is explicitly granted here
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the Licensor retains a right to a portion of the publishing and/or writer's share for any commercial release involving the Licensed Work(s).

4. Credit (Optional)

While not required, credit is appreciated where appropriate. Suggested credit format:

"Music by [Licensor Name]"

Alternate or project-specific crediting can be arranged in writing.

5. Creative Process & Tools

The Licensed Work(s) may have been produced using a variety of tools, including digital instruments, AI-enhanced software, or third-party plugins. These tools do not affect the Licensee’s granted usage rights under this agreement.

6. Restrictions

The Licensee agrees not to:

  • Claim authorship of the original Licensed Work(s)
  • Resell, relicense, or otherwise distribute the Licensed Work(s) to third parties
  • Register the Licensed Work(s) with copyright databases, monetization platforms, or PROs without written consent
  • Use the Licensed Work(s) in illegal, defamatory, or misleading content
  • Alter the work in ways that misrepresent or damage the creator’s original intent (unless as part of a legitimate derivative work)

7. Term & Termination

This license is granted in perpetuity, unless terminated due to breach of these terms.

If the Licensee violates the terms of this agreement, all rights may be revoked, and the Licensee must immediately cease use and delete all copies of the Licensed Work(s) in their possession.

8. Limitation of Liability

The Licensed Work(s) are provided “as-is”, without warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

The Licensor shall not be liable for any claims, disputes, or damages arising from the use of the Licensed Work(s).

9. Governing Law

This agreement is governed by the laws of the Licensor’s primary place of business, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

10. Additional Terms (If Applicable)

If the parties agree to custom publishing splits, exclusive sync terms, or buyout conditions, such terms must be documented in a signed addendum or license supplement.

For questions about licensing, custom terms, or publishing arrangements, please contact the Licensor directly.