Rapper Plies Sues Soulja Boy & Others For Copyright Infringement
Rapper Plies Sues Soulja Boy & Others For Copyright Infringement. Algernod Washington, otherwise known as Rapper Plies, has recently taken legal action against several artists in the music industry for copyright infringement. Among those accused are famous artists Soulja Boy, Megan Thee Stallion, Glorilla, and Cardi B. Plies alleges that these artists have used his original work without permission, leading to a legal battle shaking up the music world.
Plies Accuses Soulja Boy Of Copyright Infringement
Rapper Plies Sues Soulja Boy & Others For Copyright Infringement.
As reported by TMZ, Plies claims Soulja Boy has used his 2008 track “Me & My Goons.” The rapper alleges that Soulja jacked his song in 2010 on his “Pretty Boy Swag.”
Plies is seeking compensation for the unauthorized use of his song. In addition, He is suing rappers Megan Thee Stallion and Glorilla for their collaboration on “Wanna Be.”
He alleges that the remixes of the female rappers and Cardi B were his originals. For this reason, the Florida rapper has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit.
All of the rappers involved in some way allegedly used his track and remade it without his permission.
Megan’s Hot Girl Productions and Soulja’s former imprint Collipark are named in the lawsuit. Additionally, Universal Music Group and Collective Music Group are included in Plies claims.
Megan Thee Stallion Faces Legal Battle Along With Glorilla And Cardi B
Plies has also targeted Megan Thee Stallion, accusing her of copyright infringement in her music. Plies alleges that Megan’s collaboration with Cardi B and Glorilla has used his original lyrics and beats in her song.
As mentioned, all the above rappers allegedly copyrighted Plies’ famous song. Now, Plies wants credit in terms of monetary compensation from each.
The legal battle between the two artists has raised questions about intellectual property rights in the music industry and spotlighted the issue of copyright infringement.
Me & My Goons
Megan, Soulja, Cardi B, and Glorilla have not responded publicly to Plies’ allegations. Plies is determined to protect his creative work and willing to take on anyone he believes has infringed upon his rights.
The legal battle between Plies and those he claims used his song is messy.
Plies is not backing down in his fight to protect music and is prepared to see it through. This sort of thing happens a lot in the music business.
In this case, Plies wants his just due, especially since Glorilla’s “Wanna Be” is her highest-charting song. According to XXL Mag, all the rappers’ songs did very well on the charts.
We don’t know what dollar amount Plies is asking for now. But if Plies proves his music was copyrighted, his compensation could be in the millions.
The dispute serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting intellectual property rights.
Thereby ensuring that artists receive proper credit for their work.
As the legal battle unfolds, the music world closely watches how the case will impact the industry and artists’ rights.
Plies’ actions have set a precedent for holding artists accountable for copyright infringement.
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