If you’ve created a song, these are the essential steps to protect it
By Enrique Cheang, E.C.V. & Asociados

First, make sure it is properly registered. Your work has value and deserves to be formally recognized under your name.
Second, keep evidence of its creation—drafts, recordings, lyrics, and dates. Every element helps establish authorship.
Third, ensure that any use of your work is authorized and subject to your terms and conditions.
Fourth, explore collective management organizations to secure the royalties you are entitled to.
Creating music is an act of inspiration, but protecting it is a strategic decision. Don’t let your talent circulate without ownership—because that song is yours.
