Boyz II Men delivered a powerful message to Capitol Hill lawmakers today, presenting a letter signed by over 300 major recording artists in support of the American Music Fairness Act.

The legendary R&B group met with key legislators, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and Majority Leader Steve Scalise, advocating for fair compensation when music is played on AM/FM radio.

Notable signatories include Aerosmith, Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Mariah Carey, P!nk, Stevie Nicks, and hundreds more across various genres and generations.

The American Music Fairness Act would:

• Require U.S. broadcasters to pay artists when their music is played on AM/FM radio
• Protect small broadcasters by capping fees at $500 per year
• Help recover nearly $300 million in foreign royalties currently withheld due to U.S. policy
• Bring the U.S. in line with other democratic nations' music compensation practices

"This is an issue about right and wrong," stated Boyz II Men members. "It's outrageous that big radio companies make billions in ads while denying royalties to performers whose music attracts listeners."

The bipartisan legislation, introduced in both the Senate and House, has garnered support from artists, broadcasters, labels, and industry organizations. Recent polling shows 73% of Americans believe artists should be paid when their songs are played on radio.

The comprehensive letter, signed by hundreds of artists ranging from ABBA to Yellowcard, urges Congress to end the antiquated loophole that allows radio stations to profit from music without compensating creators. The full list of signatories includes legendary performers, contemporary hitmakers, and estates of iconic musicians, all united in the push for fair compensation in radio airplay.

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