How do I "un-protect" my songs?

I'm trying to get the music from my CDs onto a mini SD for my new Music Label Soundwave to play. So far I've been able to get them converted into MP3s, but when I drag them onto the card, it won't let me b/c it's protected. I know there are piracy laws, so I can understand it being protected. But come on! How the hell are you supposed to get songs on any MP3 player if they're protected? It's bullshit!
Is there a way to move them onto the card without breaking the protection? If not, then how do I break the protection?
Is there a way to move them onto the card without breaking the protection? If not, then how do I break the protection?