Our mission is to create a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where artists can thrive creatively and personally, free from the threats and challenges they face in the music industry. We are dedicated to safeguarding musicians by providing comprehensive music publishing education, diverse career support services, fostering emotional intelligence, and actively addressing and combatting gun violence within the Hip Hop community.

Our Mission

Our Vision

At Protect The Creatives, we envision revolutionizing the music industry as the only nonprofit full-service music publishing company. Our dedication lies in empowering artists to maintain ownership of their masters, securing their creative vision and financial autonomy.

Program Initiatives

  • Live Performance Practicum

    The Live Performance Practicum is a hands-on training experience designed to prepare songwriters and emerging artists for the stage.

  • Music Publishing Education

    This initiative focuses on key areas such as copyright ownership, royalty collection, licensing, and contract negotiation.

  • Publishing Administration

    Financial literacy is the ability to understand and effectively use various financial skills, including personal financial management, budgeting, and investing.

  • Virtual Concerts

    The Lights Please Virtual Concert Series is a platform for mid-level and emerging artists to gain exposure and build buzz through global virtual performances.

Rappers

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Rappers 〰️ Against 〰️ Pistols 〰️

Pop Smoke

Nipsey Hussle

Nipsey Hussle, born Ermias Joseph Asghedom, ascended in the rap scene with a blend of West Coast authenticity and entrepreneurial spirit.

Pop Smoke, born Bashar Barakah Jackson, rapidly ascended the ranks of drill music, a subgenre of hip-hop.

Takeoff, born Kirshnik Khari Ball, was part of the rap group, Migos. He crafted a notable rap career marked by chart-topping hits.

Takeoff

MO3, born Melvin Noble, was a Dallas rapper known for his raw depiction of street life.

MO3

XXXTentacion, born in Plantation, Florida, was an American rapper, singer, and songwriter known for his emotionally raw and genre-blending music.

PNB Rock, born Rakim Hasheem Allen, initially soared to fame, seamlessly blending melodic hooks with street-centric lyrics.

PNB Rock

XXXTentacion