How to Get Your Music on Apple Music from Nigeria | Help Center
Complete guide for Nigerian artists on distributing music to Apple Music. Learn how to upload, pricing, payment, and tips for success.
Apple Music is one of the highest-paying streaming platforms, making it essential for any serious artist. Here's how Nigerian artists can get their music on Apple Music.
## Why Apple Music Matters
Apple Music pays artists approximately $0.007-$0.01 per stream — significantly more than most other platforms. Since every Apple Music listener is a paying subscriber (no free tier), each stream generates more revenue.
## How to Get Your Music on Apple Music
Like Spotify, you cannot upload directly to Apple Music. You need a distributor.
### Using ORB Entertainment
1. **Sign up** at orbentertainment.live/distribute
2. **Upload your release** using the ORB Release Editor
3. **Submit** — ORB delivers your music to Apple Music and 150+ other platforms
4. **Go live** — Your music appears on Apple Music within days
### Apple Music Requirements
- **Audio quality**: Lossless (WAV or FLAC) recommended
- **Cover art**: 3000x3000 pixels minimum
- **Metadata**: Accurate artist name, title, genre, and language
- **Release date**: Set at least 2 weeks in advance
## Apple Music vs Spotify for Nigerian Artists
| Feature | Apple Music | Spotify |
|---------|------------|----------|
| Per-stream rate | $0.007-$0.01 | $0.003-$0.005 |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| User base | 100M+ subscribers | 600M+ users |
## Tips for Success
1. **Optimize for Apple Music** — Use high-quality lossless audio
2. **Submit lyrics** — Apple Music prominently features lyrics
3. **Request playlist consideration**
4. **Promote pre-adds** — Apple Music's equivalent of Spotify's pre-save
5. **Use ORB Release Links** — Create smart links that direct fans to Apple Music
Distribute your music to Apple Music today with ORB Entertainment — keep 100% of your earnings.
