What is a new-language version?
A new-language version is a new master of an existing recording. The lyrics are adapted for the target language and the lead vocal is produced by Moozz technology from the artist’s original recording, with the artist’s written consent, and is marked as machine-made in line with Article 50 of the EU AI Act. Moozz confirms the master, composition, artist voice and performer permissions before production; the exact set depends on the recording and territories.
Last reviewed by Moozz on 2026-10-21
This is general information, not legal advice.
What stays the same
The original master is unchanged. The melody, tempo, key, instrumentation and arrangement are kept. The artist’s authorised voice is the source for the new lead vocal.
What changes
The lyrics are adapted for the target language. A new lead vocal is generated in that language. Each version is a new master with its own ISRC, split sheet, metadata and, where required, an AI disclosure.
How the new lead vocal is made
The target-language lead vocal is generated by a voice model built from the artist’s authorised voice recordings. The artist does not perform the target-language vocal.
The artist’s written consent covers the voice model, the target language, the territory and the term. The composition, arrangement and original performance are human.
The target lyrics are adapted and reviewed by a human editor. The release carries the industry label for machine-made recordings where that label is used, and a disclosure where required.
What the release says
Each release carries a short, plain-language disclosure at first exposure. For example: “Lead vocal produced by Moozz technology from [Artist]’s authorised voice recordings with their written consent. [Artist] did not perform the [language] vocal. Lyrics adapted and production by humans. Composition and original performance by [Artist].”
How it compares
| Version | What changes | Who performs it |
|---|---|---|
| Literal translation | Text only; no new master | No new performance |
| Cover | A different artist records the song | A different singer or band |
| Remix | Arrangement, tempo or production change | Original or new performers |
| New-language version | Lyrics and lead-vocal language change; melody and arrangement are kept | A new lead vocal produced from the artist’s authorised voice, with written consent |
What it is not
- It is not a literal translation of the lyrics.
- It is not a cover by a different artist.
- It is not a remix or a new arrangement.
- It is not a song generated from a prompt.
- It is not a route to train a general-purpose AI model on your catalogue.
- The original master is used with permission and stays unchanged.
Who has to approve it
A new-language version usually needs permission from the master rights holder, the publisher and songwriters, the artist, and any featured performer. The artist’s voice consent is separate from the master licence. Other performers, translators, producers or sample owners may also be involved. Moozz records the permissions before production starts.
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Questions and answers
Does the artist perform the target-language vocal?
No. The target-language lead vocal is produced from the artist’s authorised voice. The artist’s consent is specific to that use, and the original master is not edited.
Is a new-language version a cover?
No. A cover is a new recording by a different artist. A new-language version is a new master of the same song with adapted lyrics and a new lead vocal produced from the artist’s authorised voice, made with the rights holders’ permission.
Who owns the new version?
Our agreements set out what Moozz licenses and what you retain. Moozz does not acquire ownership of your original master recording or composition. You own the new version. Moozz is credited as producer. Where a revenue share applies, the agreement sets the split.
Do you use the recording to train a model?
No. We do not use your master recording, catalogue or project files to train a shared or general-purpose AI model. The artist’s voice model is built only from recordings the artist has authorised for that use, under the agreed terms.
What is Article 50 disclosure?
Article 50 of the EU AI Act requires providers of generative AI systems to mark synthetic audio, and deployers to disclose audio that imitates a real performer or is manipulated. Where a release is in scope, Moozz supplies a clear disclosure for first exposure. Article 50 is a disclosure duty, not a certification. This is general information, not legal advice.
Release your song in a new language
Send us your master recording and the target language. We will confirm the rights and consents and scope the work.