A Public Performance License is a legal permission required to publicly perform copyrighted music. This includes playing music in venues like restaurants, bars, and theaters, or during events such as weddings and parties. The license ensures that the creators and copyright holders of the music are compensated for their work. Organizations like the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) and Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) typically issue these licenses. By obtaining a public performance license, businesses and event organizers can avoid legal issues and support the artists whose music they use.