Can we use a parody of a popular song as our jingle on the radio?
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The intent of this expiration period is that after 75 years, there would likely not be any harm to be done to the original writer or artist.
You could also get permission from the original writers or artists. This seems like an odd thing, but if you ask, many times artists will allow someone to parody their songs. That is how Weird Al does it. He asks permission before he does the task. I even heard once that a popular band gave permission, after the fact, for another band to sample some of one of their songs because a third party was complaining that the second band was "stealing" the song of the first band.
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Now, I suppose the ultimate question is whether or not you'll attract a lawsuit. While you may think your town is small, keep in mind that lots of funny and interesting songs get posted to YouTube. If your marketing is "too" successful, things might not turn out so well in the end. I recommend coming up with something original.
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If you’re wanting to create a parody and post it on YouTube, YouTube complies with U.S. copyright laws. In most cases YouTube allows it, but there are songs that they immediately strike down as copyright suspect.
Since you are wanting to use it as a radio and/or television advertisement for your business, you should obtain permission or a license just to be on the safe side. ASCAP and BMI don’t like people using their stuff without paying for it.
I hope this helps. Good luck.
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