AceShowbiz - Daz Dillinger has initiated legal action against Tupac Shakur’s estate, alleging unpaid royalties for his production and songwriting contributions to some of hip-hop’s most iconic tracks.

The lawsuit targets Amaru Entertainment, the label established by Tupac’s mother, Afeni Shakur, which manages a vast catalog of 2Pac’s legendary music. The songs at the center of the dispute include classics like "I Ain't Mad at Cha," "Got My Mind Made Up," "Skandalouz," "Ambitionz az a Ridah," and "2 of Amerikaz Most Wanted." These tracks have not only defined an era but continue to generate significant revenue.

According to TMZ, Daz Dillinger requested his royalties in October 2024 and received a payment exceeding $91,000. However, the check arrived without any detailed accounting, leaving Daz with no clear understanding of how the amount was calculated, what remains owed, or if additional funds are pending.

He is now asking the court to compel Amaru Entertainment to fully disclose all financial records related to these works. This includes every revenue stream, profit margin, reserve, contract, license agreement, and any method by which these songs have been monetized across all platforms and territories.

Daz emphasizes that his goal is not only to receive overdue payments but also to gain transparency and a comprehensive understanding of the earnings generated by these songs over several decades.

Complicating matters further, Daz Dillinger is embroiled in a separate conflict with his cousin, Snoop Dogg, who currently owns Death Row Records. Daz accuses Snoop of intentionally excluding him from production duties on Tha Dogg Pound’s 2024 album W.A.W.G. (We All We Got), allegedly to monopolize production profits.

Additionally, Daz claims Snoop attempted to trademark the iconic Dogg Pound pawprint logo without his approval and plans to sell the entire Death Row catalog to Universal Music Group for $1 billion. He alleges that Snoop has withheld artist royalties and is misusing those funds to cover the salaries of his own staff.

When Snoop Dogg learned of Daz Dillinger’s public accusations, he responded with a strong warning: "In a minute I'ma f### you up, cuz. On some real s###. Not physically, but business wise."

Daz Dillinger fired back on Instagram, accusing Snoop of failing to pay any royalties since acquiring Death Row in 2022 and misappropriating artist funds. This ongoing feud has escalated beyond family disagreements into a potential legal battle.

Daz has a history of suing major industry figures over publishing and catalog disputes and has indicated he is prepared to pursue similar legal action against Snoop Dogg if necessary.

The core of both lawsuits—against Amaru Entertainment and possibly against Snoop Dogg—revolves around one key issue: artists not receiving their fair share from lucrative catalogs and deals that contributed to their legendary status.

Daz Dillinger is demanding full accountability from all parties involved, whether it be Tupac’s estate or his own family, in an effort to secure rightful compensation and transparency in royalty distributions.