Metro Boomin’s “BBL Drizzy” Beat Faces Copyright Infringement Lawsuits

Metro Boomin emerged as a surprising victor in the rap battle between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, thanks to his production skills. When Drake challenged him to “shut up and make some drums,” Metro did just that and created a hit diss track that took the internet by storm.

The producer then launched a #bbldrizzybeatgiveaway, inviting artists worldwide to rap over his instrumental for a chance to win $10,000 and a free beat. The contest garnered attention from unknown artists and social media users alike, making the beat a viral sensation.

However, the fun may be short-lived as Suno and Udio, two AI companies, are now facing lawsuits from major music labels for copyright infringement. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), along with Warner Music Group, Universal Music Group, and Sony Music Entertainment, have filed lawsuits against the companies for using copyrighted music without permission.

Udio, the AI music generator responsible for creating the original “BBL Drizzy” song sampled by Metro, is at the center of the controversy. RIAA’s legal officer Ken Doroshow stated that the cases are clear instances of copyright infringement on a large scale.

As the music industry grapples with the implications of AI technology in music creation, the fate of the original “BBL Drizzy” song and Metro’s beat remains uncertain. Only time will tell if these legal battles will impact the future of music production and distribution in the digital age.