Radio edits are often created by the record label or the artist's management team, and they may be submitted to radio stations along with the original version of the song. Radio stations may then choose to play either the radio edit or the original version, depending on their format and audience.
Some artists also release radio edits as separate singles, which can be purchased and downloaded separately from the original version. This can help to attract more listeners and generate additional revenue for the artist.
Here are some of the reasons why radio edits are created:
* To remove explicit lyrics. Many radio stations have policies that prohibit the playing of songs with explicit lyrics. This is because these songs may be considered offensive to some listeners, especially children. Radio edits remove or alter explicit lyrics to make the song more suitable for airplay.
* To shorten the length of the song. Some songs are too long to be played in full during a radio break. Radio edits shorten these songs to make them more manageable for radio airplay.
* To adjust the mix. Radio stations often have their own unique sound profiles, and they may adjust the mix of a song to make it sound better on their station. Radio edits may be adjusted to match the sound profile of a particular radio station.
Radio edits are an important part of the music industry, and they help to ensure that songs are suitable for radio airplay.