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How to format Lyrics for your release?

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  • Do not include the vocalist’s name
  • Do not include extra text (ex: “intro”, “chorus”, social media links, etc.)
  • Repeated lines must be written out. Don’t write “Chorus 2x” etc.
  • Begin each line with a capital letter
  • Do not use punctuation at the end of a line
  • Do not include blank lines except between verses or chorus
  • Avoid entering excessively long lines. One sentence per line
  • Don’t censor explicit words unless the words are dropped/bleeped in the audio recording
  • Example: Don’t enter “F***”, unless the word was dropped or bleeped

For a complete list of store requirements, visit Musixmatch guidelines and Apple guidelines.

 

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