Sensational lawsuit: Drake and Chris Brown are accused of plagiarism

The music industry was shaken by another sensation: Drake and Chris Brown were at the center of a legal conflict. Musicians Taikeya Dore and Mark Stevens have filed a lawsuit against the famous artists, seeking $5 million in damages for copyright infringement. The plaintiffs claim that their song "I Got It", released back in 2016, served as the basis for the 2019 hit "No Guidance".

Who Really Owns "I Got It"?

The dispute revolves around the sound, chord progressions and key phrases in both songs. Taikeya Dore and Mark Stevens believe that the phrases "I got it" in their track and "You got it" in "No Guidance" play a crucial role in copyright infringement. According to them, these elements are central to the compositions.

Artists and companies targeted

Interestingly, in addition to Drake and Chris Brown, the case also includes several co-writers and producers of the song "No Guidance", including Noah "40" Shebib, Vinylz, J-Louis and Teddy Walton. The lawsuit names songwriters Velus, Nija Charles and Misha Lebrun, as well as RCA Records and associated music publishers.

"This case can become a precedent for the entire music industry, prompting artists to be more careful about copyright, " experts say.

The YouTube platform is in the spotlight

Another aspect of the case concerns the YouTube platform. Stevens faced obstacles after requesting the removal of the "No Guidance" video for copyright infringement. He claims that his channel was abused after trying to protect his rights.

Historical perspective and future consequences

This is not the first controversy surrounding "No Guidance". A similar lawsuit was filed in 2021, but was withdrawn in 2022. Today, the case has been given new momentum, and Taikeya Dore and Mark Stevens are once again trying to protect their copyright in court. The music industry is watching the development with interest, as it could have far-reaching consequences for many artists.

Editor: Emiliia Morozova