CC BY License


As a composer, I'm dedicated to creating a library of original music under the Creative Commons (CC BY) license, offering filmmakers, content creators, and media artists professional, high-quality soundtracks without the burden of costly licensing fees. Creators are free to use the music tracks from this library for their projects, including commercial ones, as long as attribution is provided. 


🟧 Download MP3 tracks for free from my Creative Commons music library. New music tracks will be added to the library periodically. 

🟧 For hi-resolution (lossless) WAV files, you can purchase:

🟠 Digital tracks and albums on Bandcamp, Nina or Audius
🟠 No-Attribution License





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CC BY License Terms
- FAQs -


What does "attribution" mean under CC BY?

Attribution means giving proper credit to the original creator of the work.

Attribution format:

"Track Title"
Pamela Yuen https://linktr.ee/pamelayuen
Licensed under CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
[Indicate if any changes were made]


Is the music free to use?

Yes, as long as you credit me. 

While most of my music are free to use, an optional donation of $5 for each track used is highly appreciated.


Can I use your music for free in videos on my monetized YouTube channel?


Yes, as long as you credit me. For YouTube, this means including a credit in the video description (at a minimum, mentioning my name). Failure to include the credit may result in an automated copyright claim. However, once the credit is added, the claim can be resolved.


Can I use your music for high-budget projects like feature films?


Yes, as long as you credit me.


Can I use your music in commercial projects?


Yes, as long as you credit me.


Can I modify your music under CC BY?

Yes, you can modify, remix, or adapt the music, but you must still provide proper attribution and indicate that changes were made.

Attribution format:

Based on "[Track Title]" by Pamela Yuen, modified for [Project Title]. Licensed under CC BY 4.0. https://linktr.ee/pamelayuen


Can I use your music for free if I can’t provide credit?

Unfortunately, no. Attribution is a requirement under the CC BY license. However, I offer affordable licensing options that do not require attribution. You can request a No-Attribution License here.


Are there restrictions on how I can use CC BY licensed music?

You can use the music in most projects, including YouTube videos, films, games, podcasts, and ads. However, you cannot:

  • Resell in isolation – any resale must have the music synchronised with other media. Sound effects, or recorded vocals or dialogue layered over the track do not count as synchronisation.
  • Redistribute through music distribution services (e.g. DistroKid, CDBaby), or submit to streaming services (e.g. Spotify) or online stores (e.g. iTunes).
  • Claim ownership of the track or register it with a copyright collection society (e.g. ASCAP, BMI, Content ID).


Can I release an album to streaming platforms under my own artist name or label using your music?

No, this is not permitted. Streaming platforms do not provide a straightforward way to credit me appropriately, making it impossible to comply with the CC BY license. Additionally, I do not grant licenses for this purpose.


Can I claim your music as my own work?

No, claiming ownership of the music is a direct violation of the CC BY license and may lead to legal consequences.



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