In a significant leap for Indian cinema, the Screenwriters Association of India (SWA) and the Composers Association of India (CAI) have made a historic agreement, establishing a fair credit deal between lyricists and composers. This landmark deal is expected to foster a more equal, more representative creative environment in the industry, signalling an empowering change for all associated entities.
Insiders see the agreement as the cornerstone towards uplifting the recognitory status quo of lyricists, who have conventionally been side-lined in favor of more public-facing figures such as composers and performers. It ensures that these lyricists, the unseen poets behind some of the industry’s most memorable music, receive due credit. Experts predict the deal will not only rectify past oversights, but significantly boost morale and inspire a new wave of talent in the industry. The announcement has been met with wide approval, hailed as a progressive move that underlines the symbiotic nature of the relationship between lyricists and composers, paying due homage to the combined creativity that brings Indian cinema’s iconic soundtracks to life.
