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Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign Face Another Copyright Infringement Lawsuit for 'Vultures 1'
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Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign are embroiled in a new legal battle, this time over allegations of copyright infringement stemming from their album 'Vultures 1'.

AceShowbiz - Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign are sued for alleged copyright infringement stemming from their album 'Vultures 1'. In a complaint filed in Memphis, Vanda Watkins, AKA Criminal Manne, Hayward Ivy, AKA producer DJ Squeeky, and the estate of late rapper Kilo G allege that "Fuk Sumn", a song from "Vultures 1", incorporates unauthorized samples from their work. Specifically, they claim that the song's opening features a sample from DJ Squeeky's "Drank a Yak (Part 2)", while Kilo G's lyrics are also sampled later in the track.

The plaintiffs assert that they attempted to negotiate sample clearances through Alien Music services in March but that West's team stalled negotiations in June following the departure of several high-level executives from Yeezy, West's record label.

The lawsuit comes on the heels of a previous settlement reached between West and the estate of Donna Summer over an uncleared sample used in another track from "Vultures 1". Additionally, West faces numerous other legal challenges, including sexual assault allegations and lawsuits from former employees and attendees of his defunct school, Donda Academy.

The trio of Memphis rappers are seeking damages for the alleged infringement and claim they have yet to receive any royalties or compensation for the use of their work. The lawsuit adds to a growing list of controversies and legal woes surrounding Kanye West and his recent projects.

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