Summary
The South African composer Lebohang Morake, known as Lebo M, is suing Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi for $27 million. The lawsuit claims Jonasi mocked the cultural meaning of a chant from "The Lion King". Morake argues that the viral video of Jonasi's translation harms his relationships with Disney and affects his income.
Key Facts
- Lebohang Morake composed the chant for "Circle of Life" in "The Lion King".
- Morake's lawsuit is against comedian Learnmore Jonasi.
- Jonasi provided a humorous translation of the chant on a podcast.
- Morake claims the translation misrepresents the chant's cultural significance.
- The lawsuit is filed in a federal court.
- Morake is seeking $27 million in damages, including $7 million in punitive damages.
- The complaint suggests Jonasi's actions interfered with Morake's business and royalty income.
- Jonasi's translation is argued not to be protected by laws concerning parody and satire.
