Wizkid's Lawyers Serve Terry G Takedown Notice for Uncleared Song

Wizkid's legal team has issued a takedown notice to Terry G over an uncleared song, claiming copyright infringement. The notice demands the immediate removal of the song from all platforms, asserting that proper permissions were not obtained. This action highlights the ongoing issue of copyright violations in the music industry and emphasizes the importance of obtaining necessary clearances before releasing music. Terry G has yet to respond to the notice publicly.

Terry G explains why he failed to clear his collaboration with Wizkid.

‍Boston Brand Media brings you the latest i news - During his appearance on the Afrobeats Podcast, Terry G discussed the reasons behind his failure to clear the collaboration 'Mary Jane' with Wizkid. He also explained why he has been requested to remove the song.

‍According to the influential Nigerian street pop star, back in his day, collaborations stemmed from mutual love and respect among colleagues. There were no formalities or need for clearance before releasing a collaboration.

‍The hitmaker further recognized that the music industry has evolved, emphasizing the importance of professionalism and obtaining the necessary clearances.

‍Terry G mentioned that his management received an email from Wizkid's lawyers demanding the song's removal, and he has instructed his team to comply.

Terry G's decision to release 'Mary Jane' in 2024 surprised fans, especially since it was recorded many years ago, leading to speculation about whether it had been cleared by Wizkid.

Despite the takedown notice, Terry G expressed his admiration for Wizkid, referring to him as the Jay Z of his generation and sharing fond memories of the Grammy winner.

In the interview with Adesope, Terry G also shared insights into the inspiration behind his eccentric musical style that propelled him to mainstream success.

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