Industry May 8, 2026
NewJeans Members and HYBE Sued Over ‘How Sweet’: Songwriters Claim ‘Blatant Copying’
Four writers are suing for a share of royalties from the 2024 song, which hit No. 7 on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart.
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Billboard
A lawsuit has been filed against NewJeans members and their label HYBE by four songwriters. The plaintiffs claim that the 2024 song ‘How Sweet’ is a result of blatant copying and are seeking a share of royalties. The song previously reached No. 7 on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart. Originally reported by Billboard.