Gift that Song vs Canciona, point by point
We compare what matters most when you choose a custom song. Canciona details come from their website and their terms of sale and returns.
| What matters | Gift that Song | Canciona |
|---|---|---|
Risk and how you pay | ||
| When you pay | Gift that Song After you hear the song and see the finished gift | Canciona Before. Work starts once you pay and send the questionnaire |
| If you don't like the result | Gift that Song You don't pay anything | Canciona They don't offer a right of withdrawal because the service is personalised. A full refund applies only if they cannot deliver |
| Extras | Gift that Song The gift, the video, and the downloads are included | Canciona Spotify, the photo video, a spoken dedication, and an instrumental bed are paid extras |
Timing and changes | ||
| Delivery time | Gift that Song In minutes, in the same session | Canciona Up to 5 business days after the questionnaire. Three days or one business day are paid extras, and higher tiers take longer |
| Works for a last-minute gift | Gift that Song Yes, even if the birthday is today | Canciona You need to order ahead. The fastest option they publish is one business day, and it costs extra |
| Versions to choose from | Gift that Song 2 full versions | Canciona One song, with no second version to choose |
| Changes | Gift that Song Before you pay; each change brings 2 new versions in minutes | Canciona On the standard tier, one lyric review before recording. Further reviews are paid |
What the other person gets | ||
| Online gift | Gift that Song An animated opening with their name, your photos, and your message | Canciona A page to read the lyrics and download the MP3. The photo video is an extra |
| Lyrics on screen | Gift that Song Karaoke style, in the video | Canciona The lyrics are on the download page. A video with lyrics is not included |
| Formats | Gift that Song MP3, vertical video with photos and lyrics, PDF, and QR | Canciona MP3 included. The video and the sheet music are paid extras |
| How it is delivered | Gift that Song Email at a set date and time, a WhatsApp link, or a QR code | Canciona A link by email or WhatsApp to download the audio |
The music and the rights | ||
| On streaming platforms | Gift that Song Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music | Canciona Spotify as a paid extra. Apple Music and YouTube Music are not included |
| Who owns the song | Gift that Song Full rights transfer | Canciona They keep the exploitation rights. The buyer gets a licence for private listening and non-commercial sharing |
| Instrumental version | Gift that Song The same song, without the vocal. Paid separately | Canciona Not included |
What you only get with Gift that Song
You won't find this at Canciona, even if you pay for extras.
You pay only if you like it
You hear the song and see the finished gift before you pay.
Your song in minutes
In the same session, not in business days.
2 new versions with every change
You ask for lyric or music tweaks before you pay.
An online gift with an animated opening
With their name, your photos, your message, and karaoke-style lyrics.
Lyrics PDF and a QR code
To share, print, or give in person.
The song is 100% yours
Full rights transfer, not a personal-use licence.
24/7 support
You don't have to wait on an email to sort out your gift.
Listen to samples
Discover the quality of our personalized songs. Listen to real cases and examples of each type of song you can create.
Letters I never sent
After eight years together, we grew apart without noticing. Life became busy, silence became normal, and one day we stopped choosing each other. This song is my way of saying all the things I never dared to say out loud: that I'm grateful, that I'm sorry, and that our love mattered deeply, even if it didn't last forever.
From friends to us
We started as friends who talked for hours, sharing playlists and late-night jokes. There was no rush, no expectations—until love found us quietly. I want a song that celebrates how something simple and honest grew into the best relationship of my life, proving that love doesn't need fireworks to be real.
Discover the online gift
See how that special person will receive their gift: a page with the song, photos, and your message in a unique, unforgettable experience.
How does it work?
A simple and exciting process in 5 steps
Tell us your story
Share your story and we create personalized lyrics. Then we compose them with a unique melody that reflects the emotion of your story.
Tell us your story
Share your story and we create personalized lyrics. Then we compose them with a unique melody that reflects the emotion of your story.
Listen to your song
You can listen to your song. We create 2 versions so you can choose the one you like best.
Listen to your song
You can listen to your song. We create 2 versions so you can choose the one you like best.
Personalize your gift
Add a personal message, photos, and choose your online gift style.
Personalize your gift
Add a personal message, photos, and choose your online gift style.
Pay only if you like it
You only pay if you like any of the songs we created for you.
Pay only if you like it
You only pay if you like any of the songs we created for you.
Give the emotion
Share your unique song and surprise that special person with an unforgettable gift.
Give the emotion
Share your unique song and surprise that special person with an unforgettable gift.
Frequently asked questions
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