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The Economics of Everyday Things: “My Sharona”

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The Economics of Music Licensing and Streaming

This chapter explores the financial dynamics of music licensing, focusing on synchronization income as a major revenue source for songwriters. It also examines the resurgence of 'My Sharona' in popular culture and analyzes shifts in income from streaming royalties versus traditional record sales.

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