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11/23/23·Music·00:04:18
In response to Boosie Badazz's recent claims about uncredited samples, veteran rapper Fat Joe shares his own experiences, shedding light on the common practice within the music industry. Joe, known for his extensive career in hip-hop, addressed the issue during an Instagram Live session, acknowledging that artists have sampled his work without proper clearance or compensation.
While discussing the matter, Fat Joe emphasized the legal implications of using someone's music without permission, stating, "If you use somebody’s music and you sample it and you don’t clear it and you don’t give them no money, they can sue you." Despite facing similar situations himself, Joe revealed that he has never pursued legal action against those who sampled his music without authorization.
The Bronx rapper humorously referenced instances where his own tracks, such as "Lean Back," served as inspiration for other songs, like Young Dro’s "Shoulder Lean" and Dem Franchize Boyz’s "Lean Wit It, Rock Wit It." Despite the potential legal grounds for a lawsuit, Fat Joe expressed a more laid-back approach, choosing not to take legal action against those who have sampled his work.
His comments offer a glimpse into the complex landscape of music sampling, where artists navigate issues of creative inspiration, legal obligations, and industry practices. The conversation reflects the challenges and choices artists face when dealing with uncredited samples in the dynamic world of hip-hop.