The Japanese government has decided to allocate royalty payments for background music usage to singers. This move is a significant milestone, rectifying the current system where only the composers and lyricists receive royalties for the usage of music as background music in commercial establishments. The new policy recognises the instrumental role of singers in creating music that businesses use to enhance their user experience. The decision was passed in a cabinet meeting and will be enforced in due course.

Royalties distribution has been a robust topic of discussion in the Japanese music industry. While the composers and lyricists have been getting their fair share, the singers have felt overlooked. This new policy is seen as a victory for fair compensation in the Japanese music industry and adds another layer of protection to artists' rights.

In countries like the US and EU, copyright laws are established to ensure all contributors to a piece of music, including singers, receive royalties. Hence, Japan's move is in line with these advanced markets, uplifting its music industry to international standards.