Song Identification
Title, alternate titles, ISRC/ISWC if available, and duration to uniquely identify the work.
A clear split sheet reduces disputes, speeds royalty processing, and supports accurate registrations with PROs and DSPs. It documents intent and attribution, which helps prevent delayed or misdirected payments and simplifies later licensing or sample-clearance negotiations.
Split sheets are used whenever multiple people collaborate on a song or recording; complete one as soon as the contribution is fixed and parties agree.
Early completion reduces administrative friction later: register shares with PROs promptly and keep copies for accounting and tax reporting.
Title, alternate titles, ISRC/ISWC if available, and duration to uniquely identify the work.
Full legal names, performing/stage names, roles (writer/producer/artist), and contact information for each contributor.
Exact percentage or fraction for each contributor; total must equal 100% for composition and recording as applicable.
Publisher names and publisher shares, including any administrator or sub-publisher designations.
Signed and dated lines for each party, indicating agreement to the recorded split and effective date.
Metadata like sample sources, prior works, or clarifications on future adjustments and conditional splits.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Required Fields | Make names, percentages, and signatures mandatory. |
| Conditional Logic | Show publisher fields only if 'Publisher assigned' is checked. |
| Authentication | Use email + SMS code for signer verification. |
| Audit Trail | Capture IP, timestamp, and action log for each signer. |
Use a platform that supports common file formats, secure authentication, and tamper-evident signed PDFs.
Ensure the chosen platform records a detailed audit trail, encrypts stored files, and supports export to standard royalty accounting systems.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | Yes, 7-day trial | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies | Varies | Varies |
After a late-night session the team documented shares immediately
A songwriter assigned publishing rights to a small publisher for administration