How to let someone use your song on YouTube?

As an independent artist, allowing someone to use your song on a platform like YouTube can significantly promote your music. It helps expand your reach and grow your fan base. Today, we will explore how to manage this through DistroKid, a popular music distribution service.

Step-by-Step Guide: Allowing Someone to Use Your Song on YouTube

1. Ensure Your Song is Released: Before allowing someone to use your song, make sure it has been released through DistroKid to digital stores and streaming platforms including YouTube.
2. Enable YouTube Monetization: To allow someone to legally use your song and for you to earn revenue from it, enable YouTube monetization in your DistroKid account settings. This feature automatically claims your music on YouTube and collects ad revenue.
3. Grant Permission: If you prefer to give specific permissions to individual users on YouTube, consider allowing your music to be used through YouTube's permission settings. Inform the user that they must attribute you and follow the correct guidelines for using copyrighted material.
4. Set Terms of Usage: Clearly communicate any terms regarding the use of your song, such as proper crediting, non-commercial use, or any other stipulations you may have.

By following these steps, you ensure that your music is used legally and that you benefit from its exposure and monetization on YouTube.

How to Change Your Artist Name on DistroKid?

If you’ve ever felt the need to reinvent yourself or correct a misspelling, changing your artist name on DistroKid is a straightforward process. Here's how you can do it:

1. Log In to Your DistroKid Account: Begin by logging in to your DistroKid account with your credentials.
2. Navigate to Your Albums/Singles: Go to the "My Music" section where all your uploaded tracks and albums are listed.
3. Select the Release: Click on the album or single for which you want to change the artist name.
4. Edit Release Details: Once inside the release details, find the "Edit Release" button and click it to update the information.
5. Update the Artist Name: Change the artist name in the designated field. Ensure it’s spelled correctly and formatted as you desire.
6. Confirm Changes: After making the change, confirm and save the updated details.

Bear in mind that making changes to your artist name can affect how your music is linked across different platforms. It may take some time for these changes to reflect on all streaming services.

Important Considerations When Changing Your Artist Name

Here are a few things to keep in mind:

• Brand Consistency: Ensure the new name fits your brand and is consistent across all your social media profiles and streaming platforms.
• Inform Your Fans: Notify your fans regarding the name change to avoid confusion and maintain your listener base.
• Check Availability: Make sure the new artist name is not already in use by another artist to avoid copyright issues.

SoundOn: A Preferred Choice for Distribution

While DistroKid is a popular choice, exploring other platforms can be beneficial. SoundOn offers comprehensive services for music distribution and promotion, specifically designed to help artists maximize their reach and grow their careers. As a SoundOn artist, you get access to exclusive tools and partnerships with platforms like TikTok and CapCut.

Sign up on SoundOn today to take your music career to the next level.