ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Recording Industry Association of America

The Recording Industry Association of America, or RIAA, is an organization that helps the music industry to make sure artists get paid for their work. They work with companies that produce and distribute music, such as record labels and streaming services, to make sure the artists who made the music get money for it when it's sold or played. They also protect copyrights, so people can't steal music and use it without permission.