How is Spotify profitable for song makers?

Question

You pay 10$ to listen to hundreds of songs a month, how can it possibly be profitable for artists?

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Answer 1

Short version, it’s not unless you get millions of plays. The real value comes from being able to direct promoters, venues, event coordinators, etc, to something you’ve made and distributed through official channels. Once your product is accessible, it becomes marketable with a lot of dedication.