*In the symphony of legal battles, Universal Music Group/UMG is facing a Lawsuit in New York’s federal court, allegedly for an unauthorized sample in Mary J. Blige‘s 1992 hit, “Real Love.”
“‘Real Love’ uses part of the Honey Drippers’ often-sampled 1972 funk song ‘Impeach the President’ that it did not clear,” revealed New York-based Tuff City Records to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York.
Representatives for UMG remained silent, prompting Tuff City’s attorney, Hillel Parness of Parness Law Firm, to stay mum. Tuff City, boasting ownership of a musical treasure trove, from Blues to Hip-Hop, insists on proper acknowledgment, reports Reuters.
In a harmonious twist, Tuff City accuses Universal Music Publishing of evading negotiation, juxtaposing their stance against UMG Recordings’ prior agreement on a separate “Real Love” sample license.
Mary J. Blige’s “Real Love,” a cornerstone of her debut album “What’s the 411?,” ascended to the seventh spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1992, echoing her enduring legacy.
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Meanwhile, in the realm of social media, Blige’s cryptic revelations ignite a wildfire of speculation among fans, particularly regarding her ties to Sean “Diddy” Combs, whose properties faced federal scrutiny coincidentally.
As fans dissect her words, reminiscing about her intertwined history with Combs, one voice resonates:
“Mary said… the Feds asked and I spoke… I’m not going down with you guys…” – an enigmatic proclamation that leaves followers captivated, poised to witness the unfolding drama.
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