Miley Cyrus Sued for Allegedly Copying Bruno Mars Song: What You Need to Know
Background
Miley Cyrus is facing a copyright infringement lawsuit over her 2013 hit song "We Can't Stop." The lawsuit, filed by songwriter Fran Healy, alleges that Cyrus copied the melody and lyrics from his song "Grant Me My Wish" without permission.
Healy claims that he wrote "Grant Me My Wish" in 2001 and released it in 2008. He says that he never gave Cyrus permission to use any part of his song.
The Lawsuit
The lawsuit was filed in federal court in California. Healy is seeking unspecified damages, including lost profits and songwriting credits.
Cyrus has not yet filed a response to the lawsuit.
The Evidence
In his lawsuit, Healy provides a number of similarities between "We Can't Stop" and "Grant Me My Wish." These similarities include:
- The melody of the chorus is nearly identical.
- The lyrics of the chorus are very similar, with both songs using the phrase "can't stop."
- The overall structure of the two songs is very similar.
The Expert Testimony
Healy has also submitted expert testimony from a musicologist who supports his claims of copyright infringement. The musicologist analyzed the two songs and found that they are "substantially similar" in terms of melody, harmony, and rhythm.
The Damages
If Healy is successful in his lawsuit, he could be awarded a number of damages, including:
- Lost profits from the sale of "We Can't Stop."
- Songwriting credits for "We Can't Stop."
- Punitive damages to deter Cyrus from future copyright infringement.
The Impact of the Lawsuit
The lawsuit against Miley Cyrus is a reminder of the importance of copyright law. Copyright law protects the rights of creators to their work, and it helps to ensure that artists are fairly compensated for their creativity.
The outcome of the lawsuit could have a significant impact on the music industry. If Healy is successful, it could make it more difficult for artists to use elements of other songs in their own work.
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