The Dipomat’s Vs. Wu-Tang Clan (2018)
Hip hop group Wu-Tang Clan are being sued for copyright infringement over their song “People Say” by the 60s trio The Diplomats. They claim Wu-Tang stole the melody, lyrics and rhythm from their 1969 track entitled “I’ve Got The Kind Of Love.” The trio is asking for money and that Wu-Tang stop the sales and streaming of the song.
The Diplomats Vs. Wu Tang Clan
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The Beach Boys Vs. Chuck Berry (1963)
The controversy in this case involved the Beach Boys song “Surfin’ U.S.A.” and Chuck Berry’s song “Sweet Little Sixteen.” The Beach Boys manager, Murry Wilson, agreed to give over the publishing rights to avoid a larger ordeal. Berry’s name appeared in the credits beginning in 1966.
The Beach Boys Vs. Chuck Berry
