UK & Ireland
- 8–12 years
- 13–15 years
- 16–18 years
- 19–22 years
The Young Songwriter
Enter the competition
The world’s leading songwriting competition for young aspiring songwriters, aged 8–22.
The Young Songwriter celebrates original voices from around the world. It is open to young songwriters with experience and to those writing their very first song. Entries put the spotlight on the craft: originality, lyrics, melody, composition and hit-making potential.
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Entries open 1 February 2027
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Entries are open now.
Official entries run from 1 February to 31 March 2027.
Eight categories
Find where your song fits
Your category is calculated from your age at the competition’s submission deadline and your UK & Ireland or International entry type.
International
- 8–12 years
- 13–15 years
- 16–18 years
- 19–22 years
Prices include VAT
Individual entry pricing
Entry fees and any optional feedback are shown before you confirm. An eligible sponsored or school code covers the entry fee only; optional feedback is paid separately.
Song entry
£18
£15 + VAT, per song
Written feedback report
£60
£50 + VAT, optional add-on
Live Zoom feedback
£90
£75 + VAT, optional one-hour session
Simple and secure
Your entry in five steps
Drafts save to your account, so you can leave and pick up where you stopped.
- 01
About you
Check your entrant details and add parent or guardian contact details where required.
- 02
Your song
Add the artist, title, theme, inspiration, lyrics, age group and production details.
- 03
Audio & extras
Upload a private MP3 up to 10 MB, choose two development areas and any optional feedback.
- 04
Review
Check your details and review the terms, privacy notice and declarations.
- 05
Submit
Apply an eligible entry code, check the total and complete any required payment to confirm your entry.
Ready when you are
Start an entryGive your song its moment.
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