Can You Trademark a Song Title?
Many musicians assume they can trademark a song title, but trademark law works differently than copyright law. While a single song title usually cannot be registered as a trademark, there are situations where a title can become legally protectable through branding, merchandise, or use across a series of creative works.
August 03, 2026
Does Taylor Swift Own Her Music?
Taylor Swift now owns her master recordings after buying back the rights to her first six albums in 2025. Her battle over music ownership highlighted the difference between masters and publishing and reshaped industry conversations about artist control.
March 12, 2026
Do You Need Permission to Cover a Song?
Covering a song can boost visibility and creativity, but it also raises important copyright questions. This guide explains when you need permission to record, post, or perform a cover, how licenses work, and what can happen if you skip the legal steps.
December 24, 2025
How Long Do Music Copyrights Last?
Wondering how long music copyright lasts? In most cases, protection continues for the creator’s lifetime plus 70 years, though rules differ by country and type of work. Knowing these limits helps artists, producers, and listeners understand when music becomes public domain.
September 30, 2025
AI-Generated Music Copyright | What Musicians and Creators Need to Know
It remains to be seen if AI-generated music will be understood as an extension of this kind of fair use or whether or not it is in another camp altogether.
June 12, 2025
Tracy Chapman Suit Against Nicki Minaj Highlight Importance of Protection and Permission
Chapman is seeking unspecified monetary damages for copyright infringement of “Baby Can I Hold You” – which Chapman registered for copyright protection in 1983 – and for the court to require Minaj to “take reasonable steps to stop the continued exploitation” of her song.
November 15, 2018
Advocates for the Creative Mind
