Donna Summer’s Estate Sues Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign for Unauthorized Interpolation of ‘I Feel Love’

Donna Summer’s estate has filed a lawsuit against Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign for copyright infringement, stemming from their unauthorized use of Summer’s iconic track “I Feel Love” in their song “Good (Don’t Die).” Despite initially seeking and being denied permission to sample the song for their album “Vultures 1,” the artists proceeded to use an altered version of the melody and lyrics. The controversy prompted the temporary removal of the track from Spotify, although it briefly reappeared with new artwork before being taken down again. The lawsuit, led by Summer’s husband Bruce Sudano, highlights concerns over West’s “controversial history” as a reason for the denial of the sample request. The legal action seeks damages and aims to protect the musical legacy of Summer and her influential work. The case underscores the ongoing challenges artists face in protecting their intellectual property in the digital age

Source: Variety