How much does a custom song cost?
A personalised song gift can cost anywhere from free to $500 or more. Free AI tools make short, watermarked clips; human songwriters charge hundreds and take weeks. Cantarova sits where most people actually want to be: $19.99–$24.99 for a fully produced 3–4 minute track, delivered in minutes — with 4 free previews before you pay a cent.
The market at a glance
| Option | Typical price | Turnaround | The catch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free AI tools (DIY) | Free | Minutes | Short, watermarked clips · no commercial rights · you do all the work |
| Cantarova | $19.99–$24.99 | Minutes | Full 3–4 min track · 4 free previews before you pay |
| Freelance / Fiverr | $30–$150 | 2–7 days | Quality varies a lot seller to seller |
| Human composer / studio | $200–$500+ | 1–4 weeks | Expensive and slow; great, but overkill for most gifts |
Cantarova is priced like an AI service but delivers a complete, original song — the fair-priced middle between throwaway free clips and a several-hundred-dollar commission.
Cantarova pricing
Simple, one-time pricing. No subscription. You only pay when you love your song.
All plans include a free preview and any applicable VAT. Songs are delivered instantly by email as an MP3 plus a shareable gift page.
Pricing questions
How much does a custom song actually cost?
It ranges from free to $500+. Free AI tools give you short, watermarked clips with no commercial rights. Human songwriters charge $200–$500+ and take days to weeks. Most made-for-you AI services sit at $15–$30. Cantarova is $19.99–$24.99 for a complete 3–4 minute track, delivered in minutes.
Why is Cantarova cheaper than hiring a songwriter?
A human composer prices in studio time, session musicians, and revisions over days or weeks. Cantarova produces your song with AI from the details you provide, which removes that overhead — so you get a finished, original track in minutes for under $25 instead of hundreds.
What's the difference between Standard and Premium?
Standard ($19.99) is one finished song. Premium ($24.99) gives you all 4 studio-produced versions to keep, editable lyrics, WAV lossless audio, and a 14-day refund for technical defects. It's only $5 more for four versions — about $6 each.
Is the free preview really free?
Yes. You get 4 free 45-second preview clips before any payment. You only pay once you've heard a version you love — there's no charge to try it.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. The price you see is the price you pay, and it includes any applicable VAT. There's no subscription and nothing recurring.
Do you offer refunds?
Premium orders include a 14-day refund for technical defects (for example, a corrupted file or a name mispronounced after a fix request). Because each song is personalised and delivered instantly, refunds are limited to genuine technical issues rather than taste.