R&B singer Chloe Bailey, Columbia Records, and Parkwood Entertainment face a copyright infringement lawsuit from songwriter Melvin "4rest" Moore over alleged unauthorized use of his work.

The lawsuit centers on three songs from Bailey's album "Trouble In Paradise": "Favorite," "Might As Well," and "Same Lingerie." Moore claims he wasn't properly credited or compensated for his contributions, which were allegedly drawn from his personal experiences.

Key points of the lawsuit:

• Moore is credited as a songwriter on "Same Lingerie" and "Might As Well" (per BMI's Songview), but not on "Favorite"
• He attempted to resolve the issue through negotiations for nearly 200 days
• A DMCA takedown notice was issued before pursuing legal action

Moore's demands include:

• Up to $150,000 in damages for each intentional violation
• Court order to cease commercial use of the songs
• Full investigation of revenues from unauthorized use
• Proper songwriting credit
• Punitive damages of $5 million per song
• Repayment of all profits from the songs

Speaking to Rolling Stone, Moore highlighted his struggles as a songwriter, including a two-year period of homelessness, emphasizing the importance of fair compensation for creative work in the music industry.

The case underscores ongoing challenges in music copyright protection and proper attribution for songwriters in the digital age.

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