Everett:

Excellent question.

No, Toby didn't ask for a writer's share for making the lyrical change. However, he did become a co-publisher of my share of the copyright.

I will be writing and posting a discussion telling that story soon. I'm sure it will be a provocative subject to delve into in this environment.

And, if you're interested in some of the stories of how several of my over 200 cuts came about (and how I shot myself in both feet numerous times and still got up dancin'), I highly recommend that you read my book. It's "a songwriting course wrapped in a memoir."

Rand Bishop
songwriter/producer/author Makin' Stuff Up - secrets of song-craft and survival in the music-biz
www.makinstuffup.net

Rand Bishop
Songwriter/producer/author