Industry Jul 7, 2026
Jermaine Dupri Accuses Sony Music of $18M Royalty Underpayment
The veteran hip-hop producer says Sony used “contemptuous accounting practices” to underpay him and his record label millions in royalties.
Originally published by
Billboard
Jermaine Dupri has filed a lawsuit against Sony Music, seeking $18 million in unpaid royalties. The hip-hop producer alleges that Sony utilized "contemptuous accounting practices" to systematically underpay him and his record label. The royalties in question are associated with albums from artists Mariah Carey and Usher.
Dupri's legal action centers on claims of significant financial discrepancies owed to him. The lawsuit highlights a dispute over royalty payments, with the producer asserting millions of dollars have been withheld due to Sony's accounting methods. Originally reported by Billboard.