Ray Parker Jr. Vs. Huey Lewis and the News (1984)
This case involves the “Ghostbusters” theme song written by Ray Parker Jr. and “I Want a New Drug” written by Huey Lewis and the News. They reached a settlement outside of court and agreed that neither party would discuss the suit in the media. This agreement was upheld until Lewis spoke of the case in a 2001 episode of VH1’s Behind the Music. He was sued by Parker shortly after the episode aired.
Huey Lewis And The News Vs. The Ghostbusters Theme Song
John Fogerty Vs. Creedence Clearwater Revival (1994)
This case involves Fogerty’s 1985 song “The Old Man Down the Road,” and “Run Through the Jungle” by Creedence Clearwater Revival. During the case, Fogerty brought his guitar into the courtroom and demonstrated the two songs were totally different compositions. The judge ruled in his favor, and the case was appealed until it was heard by the Supreme Court. Fogerty won again and was awarded lawyer fees for both cases.
John Fogerty Vs. Creedence Clearwater Revival
