hiphop Kanye West Sued Over “Good Life” Sample

[DJ Stashman]

A Maryland based songwriter has filed a lawsuit suit against Kanye West over what he says is the unauthorized use of a sample from one of his songs on the rapper’s hit single “Good Life,” from his 2007 album Graduation. According to court records obtained by TMZ.com, Dayna “DMystro” Staggs says that Kanye failed to obtain the proper license to use elements of the song “Volume of Good Life.” Staggs further argues that Kanye’s version contains “vulgar and offensive” content that could damage the songwriter’s reputation. The plaintiff is seeking a 85% of the proceeds from global sales of the track. The suit, filed on March 20, also names Jay-Z, Kanye’s G.O.O.D. Music label, Rocafella Records and BMI. Interestingly, the video for “Good Life” is posted on Staggs Myspace page and he also mentions the Kanye’s use of the sample in his bio. A spokesman for Kanye declined comment when contacted by XXLMag.com.http://www.xxlmag.com/online/?p=20565

[mR ReZiW]

really not surprised. kanye n samples go hand in hand

[Guest Smell Of Death]

lolthem hungry motherf*ckers theresabout 85% of the cake when man has the video and sh*t on my myspace

[Trilliam]

Not even a suprise

[Goddaz]

really not surprised. kanye n samples go hand in hand

TrueThe dude waited patiently b4 starting the legal rape lolThey'll probably settle out of court.