Industry Sep 12, 2026
Shabba Ranks Lawsuit for Publishing Rights
In short
The reggae star wants to reclaim the rights to his Billboard Hot 100 hits, plus the foundational 1990 song “Dem Bow.”
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Billboard
Dancehall artist Shabba Ranks has initiated legal action to regain control of his music publishing catalog. The lawsuit seeks to reclaim the rights to Ranks's songs that charted on the Billboard Hot 100, as well as the influential 1990 track “Dem Bow.” Originally reported by Billboard.
Ranks, a prominent figure in reggae music, is pursuing this action to recover ownership of his significant works. Originally reported by Billboard.