Publishing and TikTok: Monetizing Viral Music

Unlocking Royalties and Revenue Streams with Elizabeth Music Group

TikTok has transformed how music is discovered, shared, and even monetized. A viral TikTok sound can launch a career — but what many artists and producers don’t realize is that without proper music publishing in place, they could be missing out on thousands (or even more) in publishing royalties.

This guide will break down how TikTok and music publishing intersect, explain how to monetize viral music, and show why working with a transparent, proactive publisher like Elizabeth Music Group is a smart move for creators navigating the new music economy.

Why TikTok Matters for Music Publishing

TikTok isn't just a social platform — it's a global music discovery engine. Whether you're a beatmaker, artist, or songwriter, if your sound goes viral, it can:

• Spike your Spotify and Apple Music streams

• Land you sync placements

• Get used in ads and user-generated content (UGC)

• Attract label, brand, and media attention

• Generate multiple types of publishing royalties

But here’s the problem: if you don’t register your songs and have a publishing admin, you don’t get paid properly.

Requirements to Monetize Your Music on TikTok

To make money from viral TikTok usage, you must:

• Have your song properly registered with your PRO (e.g., ASCAP, BMI)

• Be affiliated with a publishing admin (like EMG) to collect global mechanicals and TikTok-specific royalties

• Deliver your music to TikTok’s backend via a distributor (for masters) and via your publisher (for compositions)

Why Publishing Admin Matters

Many creators think their distributor is enough — but distributors only handle the master recording, not the publishing side.

Without publishing admin, you leave money on the table from:

• TikTok’s global micro-syncs and mechanicals

• UGC content royalties

• Performance royalties from international platforms

• YouTube Shorts and Reels that reuse TikTok content

How Elizabeth Music Group Helps You Monetize TikTok

Elizabeth Music Group is a forward-thinking publishing company designed for today’s hybrid creators — especially those going viral on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram.

Here’s how EMG makes sure creators don’t lose out on revenue:

1. Publishing Admin with Global Reach

• EMG registers your songs with dozens of collection societies worldwide.

• Ensures your viral sounds collect publishing royalties from TikTok use in any territory.

2. Active Monitoring of Viral Trends

• If a song starts gaining traction, EMG can fast-track registrations and flag songs for enhanced priority.

• You don’t have to "wait and hope" — EMG tracks TikTok, Reels, and Shorts to spot viral growth.

3. Royalty Collection Across All Formats

• Many creators miss revenue from derivative uses: remix clips, dance videos, covers.
  EMG ensures you're covered for:

  • TikTok remixes

  • Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts

  • Influencer campaigns using your audio

4. Direct Licensing Opportunities

• EMG works with sync partners and brands that license viral TikTok tracks for:

  • Commercials

  • TV shows

  • Gaming videos

  • Trailers and ads

• If your song is blowing up, EMG can help turn it into a full campaign, not just a one-off trend.

Elizabeth Music Group actively pitches music for sync licensing. We can not guarantee sync placements, but we work with companies through direct relationships so we have a high chance of the tracks being listened to.

5. Education + Transparency

• EMG’s publishing deals come with transparent terms and ongoing education about how royalties work. You’ll know what you’re owed, and why.

• Their Discord server includes:

  • Sync briefs

  • Opportunities to pitch new music to major labels and artists

  • Educational resources

  • Publishing Q&As with staff

Steps to Monetize a Viral TikTok Sound

Let’s say your sound just hit 100,000+ uses — here’s what to do next:

Step 1: Register Your Song (Composition)

• Make sure your splits are agreed upon

• Register with your PRO and notify your publishing admin

Step 2: Claim Publishing Royalties

• This is where EMG shines — ensuring you get paid for every use across all regions

Step 3: Promote the Momentum

• Use TikTok analytics, repost top videos, and partner with creators to keep it growing

• EMG can help support this through brand or sync conversations

Step 4: Track Royalties Over Time

• Royalties from TikTok can take months to land — EMG will monitor and follow up across multiple sources

With the right publishing admin like Elizabeth Music Group, you maximize the long-tail revenue of a viral TikTok hit.

What Makes EMG Different?

• Artist-first ethos: We’re not here to control your catalog — we’re here to help you grow it.

• Active pitching: We don’t wait for money to come in; we go out and help make it happen.

• TikTok-savvy: We understand how to register, monetize, and capitalize on UGC platforms.

• Sync and brand connections: If your song’s buzzing, EMG has the network to push it further.

• Custom support: Whether you’re a beatmaker, singer, or lofi producer, EMG tailors the strategy to your brand.

Conclusion: Turn TikTok Heat Into Publishing Income

TikTok can give you a moment — music publishing ensures it pays off. Don’t wait until your song goes viral to figure this out.

Instead, partner with a team that will:

• Register your songs

• Track your earnings globally

• Unlock sync opportunities

• Educate you along the way

That’s what Elizabeth Music Group offers: a home for modern creators ready to build real publishing income off of viral momentum.

Want to Learn More?

Visit www.elizabethrecords.net to apply for publishing admin with Elizabeth Music Group — and make sure your viral moment becomes your long-term legacy.