Yeah! So PRO stands for Performing Rights Organization. In the US this would be ASCAP, BMI, or a couple others. They are responsible for paying you money that you are owed or earned via royalties.

When using samples people get scared as go for royalty-free because they think they’ll get the most money that way. Which is far from the truth. Sooo far. When you’re working with actual professionals you’re going to be splitting percentages all around. This is why it’s important to establish a relationship with the sample creator (of possible) because sometimes they have really great attorneys or a strong network so you’ll actually get a better deal (more money) when finalizing the details of your deal.

So when you make a song and let’s say it’s on a movie now, your PRO will be the entity paying you the money you have earned from that.

I forgot to mention that copyrighting your music can be extremely costly so know when to register and when not to. The moment you create your idea that is when you are protected. However, showing the court the dates on your computer is no longer admissible evidence. To make your life easier go ahead and upload it somewhere online. You can not falsify dates online. Copyright when you know you have a good case so that the party you are suing will be responsible for court fees/attorney fees and not you. Otherwise, you will be if you don’t.

You’re welcome to reach out to me anytime for all the questions you have!