Celebrating the art of songwriting, the LIT Songwriting Awards category pays tribute to lyricists and composers who transform words and melodies into captivating stories and melodies that touch the hearts of audiences. Whether you're a topliner, lyricist, or composer, this is where your craftsmanship is recognized and honored.
The LIT Music Awards aims to to recognize a wider range of talents across the music industry, ensuring that all individuals talents, outstanding labels, and renowned power houses are celebrated globally for their magnum opuses.
| 2025 Entry Period |
Early Bird (Nov 8, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024) |
Regular (Dec 12, 2024 - Jan 15, 2025) |
Final (Jan 16, 2025 - Feb 20, 2025) |
Final Extension (Feb 21, 2025 - Mar 21, 2025) |
| First Entry | $90 | $100 | $110 | $120 |
| Additional Category | $70 | $80 | $90 | $100 |
| Additional Entry | $90 | $100 | $110 | $120 |
| Bundle Entries Package: $400 for 5 Credits | ||||
| Results Announcement: May 16, 2025 | ||||
*Fees are non-refundable. Withdrawn entries (whether withdrawn by entrant or by the LIT Music Awards for the entrant's failure to comply with the entry rules) will NOT be refunded. Multiple categories must be submitted with your initial entry in order to be counted as “additional categories”.
*The LIT Music Awards and International Awards Associate’s decision are final in its sole discretion and binding in relation to all matters relating to Competitions and may not be subject to any discussions or correspondence.
The LIT Music of the Year will receive a complimentary statuette and a professionally designed certificate to celebrate their win. The winning entries will be highlighted on the main page of the LIT Talent Awards website, and published on our official social media platforms.
In addition, Platinum, Gold and Silver winners will receive a complimentary certificate, press release template, as well as graphic downloads for marketing purposes. Winners in these categories may choose to purchase their respective LIT Music Awards statuette with a reasonable fee.
| 2025 Benefits / Winning Level | LIT Of the Year | Categories Winners | Platinum Winners | Gold Winners | Silver Winners |
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| LIT Music Awards Statuette | ⬤ | ⬤ | |||
| Seasonal Features on LIT’s Winners Highlight Section | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ||
| Listed in Official Winner Press Release | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ||
| Priority Features on LIT Music Awards e-Newsletter | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ||
| Spotlighted Winner Article on Media Partner Site – Muse.World | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ||
| Dedicated Social Media Posts | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | |
| Exclusive Access to Winner’s Interview | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ |
| Dedicated Winner’s Page | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ |
| Eligible to Purchase LITO Statuette | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ |
| Winner Certificate | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ |
| Winner’s Digital Badge | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ |
| Press Release Template | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ |
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The LIT Music Awards and International Awards Associate’s decision are final in its sole discretion and binding in relation to all matters relating to Competitions and may not be subject to any discussions or correspondence. |
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You can submit your entries by uploading your video link from YouTube, Spotify, SoundCloud, Vimeo, or any other online mediums, that will take judges directly to the work.
If there are any supporting images/PDFs/documents, it should be saved under 4MB.
*It is recommended that you keep your synopsis to approximately 350 words. The project description should strengthen your entry, as well as provide the jury with a better understanding of your submission. A written translation or adaptation must accompany non-English entries.
