Frequently Asked Questions
What is the World of Music Awards?
The World of Music Awards is a songwriting contest for World music artists.
How is the World of Music Awards different from other songwriting contests?
The World of Music Awards is a song contest dedicated to the World music genre and the prizes
are aimed at inspiring true, industry exposure, education and creativity.
Is my music protected?
We Are Listening shall uphold all formal and informal contact to stringent
moral and legal privacy measures. For more information,
please review our Privacy Policy and the World of Music
Awards' Terms and Conditions.
How do I enter?
You can enter by clicking here.
How much is the entry fee?
The entry fee is £15 or the foreign currency equivalent
(approx. €25 or $30).
How do I pay?
We only accept online debit and credit card payments. Please
do not send cash or cheques in the post. Making an online
payment is easy: simply click here and follow the
simple instructions.
How many songs can I submit?
You can enter as many songs as you like.
Can I submit the same song more than once?
Yes. It is our policy to evaluate every entry equally and
without prejudice. Therefore, some people feel that they can
improve their chances of winning by having the judges hear
their song more than once.
Can the song be written by more than one person?
Yes. The song can be written by more than one person but it is
your responsibility to share the prizes between yourselves.
Can the lyrics to the song be in any language?
Yes! This is a multi-lingual song contest.
How are the songs evaluated?
Each Song will be evaluated on its (i) delivery and musical
merit; (ii) composition of melody and harmony; (iii)
composition and setting of lyrics to music.
Who will be evaluating my song?
We have selected an exclusive panel of judges consisting of
leading figures within the music industry and academic circles.
Please click on Judges for more information.
Do the judges consider the recording quality of the song?
No. The recording quality will not be considered by the judges.
What happens if I miss the deadline for the World of Music Awards?
If you miss the deadline, your submission will be evaluated in
the next World of Music Awards. Don't worry, we will not
discard your submission if it is late.
What are my chances of winning?
The World of Music Awards is not a lottery. If you believe
that your music is exceptional, your chances of winning are very good.
If I win, how will I know?
Winners will be contacted directly by We Are Listening by
phone or email.
When is the deadline?
To be announced.
When will the results be announced?
The results will be announced within 30 days of the deadline.
What should I do if I have any questions or experience any problems?
Please feel free to contact us at anytime.