Rick Astley, whose 1987 worldwide hit “Never Gonna Give You Up” is an enduring cultural landmark, has sued rapper Yung Gravy. Astley’s multimillion dollar lawsuit claims that use …
Astley filed the lawsuit in Los Angeles. The suit claims only the instrumentals on the song were licensed, and that Astley’s distinctive voice is a resource that needs to be carefully managed.
The legal papers claim Yung Gravy and his producers, including Dillon Francis, “conspired to include a deliberate and nearly indistinguishable imitation of Mr. Astley’s voice throughout the song.” He’s also suing Nick Seeley , the vocal impersonator. Astley claims permission was never granted to use or impersonate his voice. The legal documents claim Astley was looking for a way to incorporate his voice in a future project in collaboration with another artist, a project that now is ruined.
“Never Gonna Give You Up” a worldwide No. 1 hit. “Betty” has been Yung Gravy’s most successful song, reaching gold status in the US.
Deutschland Neuesten Nachrichten, Deutschland Schlagzeilen
Similar News:Sie können auch ähnliche Nachrichten wie diese lesen, die wir aus anderen Nachrichtenquellen gesammelt haben.
Yung Gravy Sued by Rick Astley for Copying 'Never Gonna Give You Up' VoiceYung Gravy is getting a legal Rick-rolling from the man himself ... Rick Astley is suing the up-and-coming rapper for allegedly ripping off the singer's voice from his most popular hit.
Weiterlesen »
Yung Gravy sued by Rick Astley over alleged ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ voice rip off“We basically remade the whole song,” the rapper said in August 2022 of getting Astley’s “Never Gonna Give You Up” sample cleared.
Weiterlesen »
Justin Roiland out at Adult Swim after domestic violence charges; 'Rick and Morty' 'will continue'Adult Swim has parted ways with Justin Roiland as the 'Rick and Morty' creator awaits trial on charges of felony domestic violence against a former girlfriend.
Weiterlesen »
Adult Swim Ends Relationship With ‘Rick & Morty’s Justin RoilandAdult Swim has cut ties with ‘Rick and Morty’ co-creator Justin Roiland.
Weiterlesen »
Internet Fan Casts New Rick & Morty Voices Following Roiland DismissalFollowing Justin Roiland's dismissal from the show, many RickandMorty fans are submitting their ideas for potential new voices, ranging from ItsAlwaysSunnyInPhiladelphia duo Charlie Day & Danny DeVito to even themselves.
Weiterlesen »
Justin Roiland dropped from 'Rick and Morty' by Adult Swim following domestic violence chargesAdult Swim has cut ties with Justin Roiland, the co-creator of the popular animated series 'Rick and Morty,' after he was charged with domestic violence earlier this month.
Weiterlesen »