The workflow is straightforward: users create a track, upload it to the marketplace, and earn money when others download, remix, or license it. According to the company, more than $11 million has already been paid out to creators via its Voice Marketplace, and the same model is now being extended to music. ElevenLabs also reports that nearly 14 million songs have already been generated using its music model.

Tracks can be licensed under three tiers: Social Media, Paid Marketing, and Offline use. This structure is designed to serve content creators, marketing teams, game developers, and event organizers. Among early adopters is producer Patrick Jordan-Patrikios, who has worked with artists such as Sia and Nicki Minaj.

Usage rights — but not copyright

A key issue remains unresolved: copyright. AI-generated music, like other AI-generated content (text or images), is generally not protected under copyright law because it lacks a traditional human author. This differs from ElevenLabs’ voice marketplace, where users retain rights to their own voice. Current legal interpretations suggest this situation is unlikely to change in the near term, meaning users should carefully review licensing terms and local regulations before selling such content.

According to ElevenLabs’ Music Terms, the company does not guarantee exclusivity of generated tracks. Other users may produce identical or very similar outputs, and no rights are granted over such third-party creations. The service is provided without guarantees of legal certainty, placing the legal responsibility entirely on the user. Additionally, users are prohibited from using the names of real artists, existing song titles, or lyrics as input prompts.

Conclusion:

The ElevenLabs marketplace opens new monetization opportunities for AI-generated music. However, the lack of copyright protection and exclusivity creates clear legal and value risks. In this model, speed and scalability matter more than originality.