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Checklist: register your songs the right way
A practical checklist for song title, writers, splits, ISRC context, and release details before you expect royalties to flow correctly.
Before you submit a song
Confirm the legal song title and any alternate titles used on DSPs.
List every writer with accurate legal names and agreed ownership percentages that add up correctly.
Capture release context, artist credit, duration, and identifiers you already have (such as ISRC for the recording).
Keep one source of truth
Use a single catalog system, like the Dark Lab dashboard, so song data, royalty status, and statements stay connected as your catalog grows.