UMG Savage Motion To Dismiss Drake Defamation Lawsuit Over "Not Like Us"

In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney, Miss Krystle discusses Drake's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG) over the song "Not Like Us" by Kendrick Lamar. The episode delves into the details of Drake's claims, alleging that UMG boosted the song's popularity on platforms like Spotify, and explores the legal arguments surrounding the case. Miss Krystle also examines UMG's motion to dismiss and how the rap battle culture and legal context play a role in this high-profile case.

Miss Krystle provides insights into the legal process behind defamation claims in the music industry, addressing topics such as rhetorical hyperbole, the impact of creative expressions in legal battles, and UMG's defense strategies. The discussion also includes a breakdown of the key legal issues, including the success of Kendrick Lamar's song and the role of music industry law in resolving disputes.

0:00 Coming Up
00:20 Introduction
00:30 Drake's Defamation Lawsuit Against Universal Music Group
01:00 Drake Claiming UMG Boosted Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' Song
01:14 Universal's Response
02:25 UMG's Motion To Dismiss
02:37 Diss Track Rap Culture
03:29 Drake & Kendrick Lamar's Rap Battle Recap
04:23 Why This Song?
04:47 Success & Background of Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us'
05:10 Drake's Petition For Discovery of Boosted Spotify Plays
05:47 Delgado Entertainment Law
06:03 Back & Forth Rap Battle
06:50 Legal Way To Win A Defamation Claim
07:06 What Position Is UMG Taking?
07:46 What About All The Other Songs?
08:10 'Not Like Us' Containing Opinion & Rhetorical Hyperbole
09:08 Drake Allegations & Claims
09:30 Prosecutors Using Artists' Creative Expressions Against Them
11:07 Drake's "Unsuccessful Rap Battle"
11:26 Attorney's Understanding The Music Industry
11:55 Diss Track Context
13:10 Rap Feud Between Drake & Kendrick Lamar
14:00 Suing For Defamation
14:37 Is Universal Going To Win?
15:14 UMG Arguing Alleged Defamatory Material Is Opinion & Rhetorical Hyperbole
15:55 Possible Truth In Defamation Allegations
16:32 My Opinion
17:33 Conclusion

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