Originally Posted by Tom Shea
Dayson, as a (former) attorney, one thing I have learned is that one is better off to be fair with everyone - and not try to take advantage or try to tighten down the thumb screws. Your point is well taken, however. There is a potential danger of a dispute with more songwriters. One has to be mindful of this and take care of the business/legal side of things.

Ironically it only becomes an issue if the song goes viral. After all it is about 1 cent per cd for each songwriter in my example.

This, again, underscores the importance of having a good reputation in the music business. If one is thought of as being difficult to work with or unethical, their inbox stays empty.

You've got to know your limitations. I don't know what your limitations are. I found out what mine were when I was twelve. I found out that there weren't too many limitations, if I did it my way. -Johnny Cash

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