Making Money from AI Music [Step to Step Guide]

Making money from AI music offers numerous opportunities, from selling royalty-free tracks and providing custom music services to leveraging platforms like YouTube, Spotify, and TikTok.

In this article, we will explore practical ways to monetize AI music and turn it into a sustainable source of income.

• Method 1：Getting Revenue from Advertising and Subscription models

• Method 2: Monetize from AI Music Tools and Plugins

• Method 3: Selling AI Music & Offering AI Music Services

• Part 4: FAQs about Making Money from AI Music

Method 1：Getting Revenue from Advertising and Subscription models

The most popular and common advertising subscription model is to promote your music on platforms such as YouTube, Spotify or TikTok and make money from it.

You can use TopMediai AI Music Generator to create your own music. The songs generated by TopMediai belong to you and you can use them for commercial purposes without worrying about copyright issues.

#1. YouTube: Ad Revenue and Memberships

Step 1. Create a YouTube Channel:

Upload your AI-generated music as individual videos or themed playlists (e.g., “Relaxation Music for Sleep,” “Lo-Fi Beats for Study”).
The best genres for making money with AI music are techno, EDM, meditation, and lo-fi.
Use eye-catching thumbnails and SEO-friendly titles like “1 Hour Relaxing Meditation Music.”

Step 2. Enable Monetization:

Meet the requirements: 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours in the last 12 months.
Once eligible, enable ads on your videos to earn from views.

Step 3. Earn from Memberships:

Offer exclusive perks like downloadable music, ad-free playlists, or custom requests to paying subscribers.

Step 4. Promote Your Channel:

Share clips on TikTok or Instagram to drive traffic to your channel.

Videos with millions of views can generate significant ad revenue. For example, 1 million views could earn $1,000–$3,000 depending on ad rates.

#2. Spotify: Streams and Playlists

Step 1. Distribute Your Music:

Use distribution services like DistroKid, TuneCore, or CD Baby to upload your AI-generated music to Spotify.

Step 2. Create Themed Playlists:

Add your music to curated playlists to attract listeners (e.g., “Focus Music for Work” or “Morning Motivation”).

Step 3. Promote Your Music:

Share your Spotify links on social media or partner with influencers to feature your playlists.

You can earn $3-5 for every thousand Spotify plays. Although the single profit is not high, after you have a stable audience, the accumulation of plays will bring considerable passive income.

#3. TikTok: Viral Growth and Sponsored Content

Step 1. Upload Short Clips:

Post 15–30 second clips of your music with engaging visuals or trends.

Step 2. Use Trending Hashtags:

Pair your music with popular challenges or trends to increase visibility.

Step 3. License Your Music:

Make your tracks available in TikTok’s sound library so creators can use them. You’ll earn royalties when your music is used in their videos.

Step 4. License Your Music:

Make your tracks available in TikTok's sound library so creators can use them. You’ll earn royalties when your music is used in their videos.

You can start getting paid per view on Tiktok when you reach 100,000 plays and 10,000 followers.

Tips for Success

Quality First: Use high-quality AI tools(e.g., TopMediai AI Music Generator) to create professional tracks.
Engage Your Audience: Respond to comments and take requests to build a loyal fan base.
Cross-Promote: Drive traffic from one platform to another (e.g., TikTok to Spotify).

Method 2: Monetize from AI Music Tools and Plugins

AI music tools and plugins offer a unique opportunity to generate revenue by catering to musicians, producers, and content creators. Here's how you can monetize them effectively:

#1. Sell Your Own AI Music Tools or Plugins

If you’ve developed an AI music tool or plugin, selling it directly can be highly profitable.

#2. Partner with Existing AI Tools

If you don't have your own tool, collaborate with existing companies to earn commissions.

Affiliate Marketing: Promote AI music tools or plugins (e.g., TopMediai Affiliate Partner Plan) using your affiliate link. Earn a percentage of each sale.

TopMedia's Affiliate commissions are 10% and there is no upper limit.

Method 3: Selling AI Music & Offering AI Music Services

#1. Sell AI-Generated Music

Ways to Earn: Uploading tracks to stock music platforms like Pond5 or AudioJungle.
Custom Music: Offer personalized tracks for clients like YouTubers, brands, or filmmakers.

#2. Offer AI Music Services

① Custom Songs: Use AI to create personalized tracks for weddings, birthdays, etc.
② Jingles for Businesses: Create branded audio for ads or logos.
③ Background Music Subscription: Provide playlists for businesses like cafes or gyms.

Part 4: FAQs about Making Money from AI Music

1 Can I monetize AI music on YouTube?

Yes, by joining the YouTube Partner Program. You can earn ad revenue from your videos, or offer memberships for exclusive content.

2 What makes a good commercial song?

A good commercial song is catchy, high-quality, and aligns with the brand’s message. It should be memorable, versatile, and evoke emotion.

3 How do I publish a song?

Use distribution services like DistroKid or TuneCore to publish your song on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, and promote it via social media.