Industry May 15, 2026
Kanye West Loses Sample Lawsuit, Claims Opponent Incurred Costs
Kanye West has lost his legal battle over an uncleared sample on a version of his ‘Donda’ track ‘Hurricane’ that was played at one of his 2021 listening parties. However, the rapper reckons the compan
Originally published by
Complete Music Update
Kanye West has been unsuccessful in his legal defense against a lawsuit concerning an uncleared sample used in a version of his song 'Hurricane'. The track was played at one of his 2021 listening events.
Despite losing the case, West suggested that the plaintiff incurred significant legal expenses, implying they did not achieve a favorable outcome. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.