Lyrics for a Cause

Each October, held in conjunction with our esteemed #HealTheMusic Day fundraiser, Music Health Alliance collaborates with Julien’s Auctions — the auction house to the stars.

Since 2020, the Lyrics for a Cause benefit auction — designed to help #HealTheMusic — has raised over $300K, with 100% of the proceeds supporting our healthcare advocacy and critical life-saving support programs and services for music industry professionals nationwide.

Featuring a wide range of genres including pop, rock, hip-hop, alternative, country, rap, and americana, handwritten and signed song lyrics are generously donated by the songwriters and artists behind the story. From heartfelt ballads to foot-stomping anthems, the lyrics embody the magic of music itself.

FOR MUSIC ENTHUSIASTS & COLLECTORS

Calling all music lovers! Get ready for the ultimate chance to own a piece of your favorite artist’s handwritten song lyrics. In Fall 2024, you can once again bid against fellow music enthusiasts, competing for the chance to claim your piece of lyrical legend. Whether you’re an avid collector or simply an ardent fan, Lyrics for a Cause is your backstage pass to help #HealTheMusic.

FOR ARTISTS & SONGWRITERS

It’s as easy as 1-2-3! Share your creative vision and help us #HealTheMusic with handwritten and signed lyrics to one of your award-winning, chart-topping, most memorable songs of the year.

  • Personalize your handwritten lyrics any way you choose — make it your own!
  • The lyrics MUST be handwritten (not printed digitally) and include your autographed signature.
  • Paper, a guitar, mirror, hat, personal items, or a poster are all acceptable formats.
  • Your signed, handwritten song lyrics must be received no later than August 15, 2024.

Contact Colleen Hoagland, our Special Projects Manager, and she will help facilitate delivery.

THE DETAILS

PAST ARTIST PARTICIPANTS

Kelsea Ballerini
Joe Bonamassa
Garth Brooks
Brandi Carlile
Rosanne Cash
Elvis Costello
Melissa Etheridge
The Eagles
Peter Frampton

Hardy
Hozier
Jason Isbell
Jelly Roll
Keb’ Mo
Miranda Lambert
Cyndi Lauper
Reba McEntire
Otis Redding

Rick Springfield
Chris Stapleton
George Thorogood
Train
Carrie Underwood
Keith Urban
Lucinda Williams
Lainey Wilson
And More!

PAST AUCTION CATALOGS

ABOUT JULIEN’S AUCTIONS

Based in Beverly Hills, Julien’s Auctions has received international recognition for its unique and innovative auction events, specializing in the sales of iconic artifacts and notable collections of the famous and the exclusive, including Marilyn Monroe, John Lennon, Lady Gaga, Cher, Michael Jackson, Barbra Streisand, Elvis Presley, and Jimi Hendrix. Live auctions are presented online for bidders, attracting thousands of collectors, fans, and enthusiasts around the world.