How Producers Sell Both Leases and Exclusive Licenses for the Same Beat

A producer can sell both leases and exclusive licenses for the same beat if terms are clear:

Lease (Non-Exclusive):

• Shared use: Multiple buyers can use the beat.
• Limited rights: Restrictions on usage (e.g., streams, time).
• Lower cost: Affordable due to non-exclusive rights.

Exclusive License:

• Sole use: One buyer gets exclusive rights moving forward.
• Higher price: Reflects exclusivity.
• No limits: Permanent usage within agreement terms.

How It Works:

• Producers lease the beat first, allowing multiple users.
• Later, exclusive rights are sold, stopping new leases.
• Existing lessees retain their rights until lease terms expire.

Example: A beat leased to five artists for $30 can later sell exclusively for $500. Exclusive buyers get future rights, while previous lessees keep usage under their agreements.

Tip: Always clarify rights in written agreements.