How Much Do Songwriters Make

In this video, Jordan answers a question he's often asked -- how much do songwriters make? Maybe you love songwriting and you’re wondering if you can really make a living doing it. After all, music is a tough business. You definitely can. But first you have to understand the business -- it can be complex -- and make the most of all the opportunities available to songwriters. In this video, Jordan goes into detail about copyrights and royalty payments for songwriters. He also suggests you tap into additional income streams and gives examples. ✅ Download your free e-book, How to Write a Song and learn the 7-step process to turn your song ideas into finished songs, from Grammy Award-winning songwriter Jordan Reynolds. https://bettersongs.com/how-to-write-... How Much Do Songwriters Make? Lesson Chapters: [00:54] - Today's songwriting landscape [2:02] - The Basics of Songwriter Copyrights [2:17] - 1. Sound Master (Recording) Copyright [3:11] - 2. Songwriting Copyright [4:09] - How Songwriters Get Paid [4:35] - Getting a Publishing Deal [5:25] - Earning Songwriting Royalties [5:49] - 1. Mechanical Royalties [6:44] - 2. Sync Licensing [8:18] - 3. Streaming Royalties [9:26] - 4. Performance Royalties [10:30] - 5. Print Music Royalties [11:00] - Additional Income Streams for Songwriters [11:37] - Songwriting Royalties in a Nutshell [12:39] - How Much Does A Songwriter Make? [14:00] - How To Make Money As A Songwriter [15:25] - Wrapping Up... About Jordan Reynolds and BetterSongs.com Grammy award-winning songwriter Jordan Reynolds, originally hailing from St. Louis, has quickly made a name for himself in Nashville. His songs have been cut by Keith Urban, Lady A, Thomas Rhett, Camilla Cabello, Brett Eldredge, Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay and more. Reynolds currently has six #1 singles, including 4 of the last Dan + Shay hits, “Tequila,” “Speechless,” “All to Myself” and “10,000 Hours.” When Jordan is not working as a well-rounded musician, vocalist, songwriter and producer he spends his time with his wife Taylor, his son Rhodes, and their dog Maddy. Helpful links referenced in this video: https://bettersongs.com/how-much-do-s...