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Founded in July 2020, The 100 Percenters is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to fiercely advocating for the rights of music creators. We focus on elevating songwriters—the most marginalized contributors to a song—who often grapple with unfair compensation, inequitable ownership splits, and power imbalances that hinder their ability to negotiate fair terms with record labels, artists, and even the producers they collaborate with.

We serve all creatives while focusing on empowering BIPOC and marginalized music creators through advocacy, grants, programs, and education. We aim to ensure fair compensation, equal opportunities, and sustainable careers. We are committed to championing systemic change by driving transparency, accountability, and equity within the music industry.

At The 100 Percenters, we are reshaping the music business to honor and protect the creators who power it.

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This Is Our Why: Songwriter, Violinist, & Member of The 100 Percenters Team Alex Vickery

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Tap in with Alex Vickery as she shares her story of getting out of a major label publishing contract with The 100 Percenters help. Alex Vickery is an Australian singer-songwriter, producer, and classically trained musician, signed to Ricky Reed’s Nice Life. She slides easily between R&B, country, pop, and synch and is known for her thoughtful & clever lyrics, undeniable melodies, and musically sophisticated vocal and string arrangements / production. Alex’s recent notable releases include contributions to multiple songs on Beyoncé’s Grammy-winning Cowboy Carter album, plus executive production credits and co-writing on Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum singer SAYGRACE’s 2024 EPs Deep Rest and New Age. Alex has been instrumental in the development of up-and-coming R&B artist Veyah, co-writing and vocal producing 5 of her records in the last 18 months. Other placements include Coco Jones, Ariana Debose, Leven Kali, Kevin Olusola of The Pentatonix, IV Jay, Mario, K Michelle, Conrad Sewell & more. Prolific in synch, Alex has written songs for international award-winning tourism campaigns, plus her work in TV, film & gaming has seen her land placements on Empire, Star, Riverdale, League of Legends, numerous Hallmark Movies, and more.

This Is Our Why: Grammy-nominated Hit-making Songwriter & Producer Justin Walker

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Tap in with Justin Walker as he opens up about his journey as a 100 Percenters grant recipient. His story is a powerful reminder of why we fight for music creatives every day. In 2009, Justin Walker co-wrote the Platinum-selling hit "Damaged" for the R&B-pop group Danity Kane, a track that became a defining anthem of the late 2000s. His catalog included songs penned for PARTYNEXTDOOR, Eric Bellinger, and more.

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Hear from Katie MAC as she shares her story of receiving back royalties from her PRO with The 100 Percenters help.

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At The 100 Percenters, we are steadfast in our mission to support songwriters, producers, and artists through bold advocacy, grants, and impactful initiatives that foster community and amplify the voices of everyday career creatives. We are not just an organization but a movement for the people. We are boots on the ground, working directly with our members and the broader creative community to address real issues in real time. From helping creators escape outdated contracts to amplifying stories of sexual abuse and misconduct in the music industry, we tackle the conversations most shy away from and take meaningful action to create change. We prioritize grassroots efforts over gloss. When you support The 100 Percenters, you're directly impacting the music creatives that are the pulse of the industry. Your support is more than a donation—it's a lifeline for the music creators who shape the soundtracks of our lives. Join us in standing up for songwriters, producers, and artists who deserve fairness, safety, and opportunity. https://www.the100percenters.com/donate

In our This Is Our Why series, we're sitting down with members of the 100 Percenters community to hear how our advocacy has made a difference in their lives. From grant recipients to program participants, these powerful stories are a must-listen!

Member Testimonies

"I was having difficulty receiving royalties that I was owed and had almost given up hope when The 100 Percenters stepped in. They kindly and firmly advocated for me, and I was paid the full amount! I am so grateful for organizations like The 100 Percenters who advocate for songwriters like me as we all work towards a more ethical music business."

The 100 Percenters: Chappell Roan’s Grammy Speech Echoes What All Music Creatives Are Fighting For: An Op-Ed from Tiffany Red, Founder of The 100 Percenters

"Music executive Jeff Rabhan's tone-deaf and condescending op-ed in The Hollywood Reporter Chappell Groan: The Misguided Rhetoric of an Instant Industry Insider dismisses legitimate concerns about fair wages, healthcare, and financial stability."