As the largest performing rights organization (PRO) in the U.S., BMI is committed to making sure our songwriters, composers and publishers get the highest royalties possible when their music is publicly played.
A BMI license gives businesses copyright permission to play over 25 million musical works, simplifying the process by saving them time and expense. Licensing fees are distributed back to BMI songwriters, composers and publishers.
BMI is leading the charge on Capitol Hill to strengthen copyright protection for our songwriters, composers and publishers and protect their livelihoods, so they can continue to deliver the music that moves our world.
BMI offers exclusive performance, educational, and promotional opportunities to our music creators. From stages and showcases to workshops and mentorship, we provide the resources to help advance music careers.
Fighting for Fair Compensation
As the largest performing rights organization (PRO) in the U.S., BMI is committed to making sure our songwriters, composers and publishers get the highest royalties possible when their music is publicly played.
Licensing Music for Business
A BMI license gives businesses copyright permission to play over 25 million musical works, simplifying the process by saving them time and expense. Licensing fees are distributed back to BMI songwriters, composers and publishers.
Advocating for Our Music Creators’ Rights
BMI is leading the charge on Capitol Hill to strengthen copyright protection for our songwriters, composers and publishers and protect their livelihoods, so they can continue to deliver the music that moves our world.
Providing Invaluable Opportunities
BMI offers exclusive performance, educational, and promotional opportunities to our music creators. From stages and showcases to workshops and mentorship, we provide the resources to help advance music careers.
Tyler Strickland at the 78th Emmy Awards Night 1 held at Peacock Theater on September 05, 2026, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo: JC Olivera/Variety via Getty Images)
(L-R) Carlos Rafael Rivera, BMI’s Tracy McKnight, Chris Lennertz, and Jeff Beal during BMI’s Emmy Celebration on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at the BMI offices in Beverly Hills, CA. (Photo: JC Olivera for BMI.)
Greeicy after winning a Premios Juventud Award for Mejor Dance Track (Best Dance Track) at the Starlite Auditorium on September 3, 2026, in Marbella, Spain. (Photo by Patricia J. Garcinuño/WireImage)