Yes. The melody is a fundamental part of the composition. As a composer, you are entitled to a share of the rights and royalties, even if you are not involved in the lyrics or production.
For composers
If you compose music that is heard beyond the studio, EMRA helps make sure your work is recognized and protected.
General Information
Composers can join EMRA when their original compositions are played, broadcast, streamed, or performed in public and commercial settings across the UAE.
Once you become a member, EMRA helps protect your authors’ rights, monitors the use of your works, and ensures that royalties generated from licensed use are collected and distributed fairly, in accordance with UAE Federal Decree Law No. 38 of 2021 and relevant international treaties.
