Kanye West (Credit: Liam Goodner/Shutterstock.com) Kanye West Hit With Copyright Infringement Suit by Baker & Hostetler, DJ Khalil
Baker & Hostetler contends that West used the plaintiffs' composition in the Grammy-winning song "Hurricane" and has refused to pay royalties despite crediting them as songwriters.
July 18, 2024 at 07:00 PM
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Litigation
What You Need to Know
- DJ Khalil and three others say their music is key to two songs on the 2021 Kanye West album
- Plaintiffs say West sought permission after recording his songs, but was denied.
- The complaint says West has earned millions of dollars in revenue from use of the composition.
Acclaimed rap artist Kanye West has been hit with a copyright infringement suit filed by Baker & Hostetler on behalf of musician DJ Khalil and three other artists over use of their work on his 2021 album "Donda."
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