Summary
Lizzo is facing a lawsuit from the GRC Trust, which claims she used part of a 1970s song without permission in her own piece about actress Sydney Sweeney. The song, which Lizzo shared on social media, has not been officially released. The lawsuit seeks to stop the distribution of the song and seeks compensation for alleged profits.
Key Facts
- Lizzo is being sued by the GRC Trust for using part of the song "Win or Lose (We Tried)" without permission.
- The GRC Trust says the song is not registered with copyright or royalty agencies.
- Lizzo shared a short 13-second clip of the song on social media in August 2023.
- The song includes a reference to actress Sydney Sweeney, who appeared in ads for American Eagle jeans.
- The lawsuit, filed in California, claims Lizzo earned profits from the song clip.
- Lizzo's representatives claim the song has never been commercially released or monetized.
- The GRC Trust is seeking a court order to stop further distribution and financial compensation.
- Previously, Lizzo faced a similar copyright lawsuit over her song "Truth Hurts," which was settled out of court.
