Jon B Expresses Displeasure Over Gunna and Chlöe’s Sample of “They Don’t Know”
Jon B, the R&B singer known for his classic love song “They Don’t Know,” is not happy about a recent remake of his hit track. Gunna and Chlöe sampled the guitar and lyrics from Jon B’s signature song in their new track “You & Me,” and Jon B is not pleased.
During a recent appearance on the “Can We Talk R&B?” podcast, Jon B expressed his frustration with the remake, calling it “ratchet” and stating that Gunna and Chlöe never obtained the rights to use his music. He made it clear that he wishes they had never released the song and that they need to address the issue.
Fans have also weighed in on the controversy, with many agreeing with Jon B’s sentiments. Some have criticized the remake for being disrespectful to the original artist, while others have expressed a general disdain for remakes of classic songs.
Despite Jon B’s negative feelings towards the remake, the controversy has actually brought more attention to the track he despises. Comments on the music video for “You & Me” indicate that many people were unaware of the song’s origins until Jon B spoke out against it.
While art is subjective, it seems that Jon B and his fans are united in their disapproval of the unauthorized sample. The controversy surrounding “You & Me” has reignited interest in Jon B’s music and sparked a debate about the ethics of remaking classic songs without permission.