Chris Brown Settles Royalties Lawsuit with Lyricist Over 'Monalisa' and 'Sensational'
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Nancy Dillon
Slow-proofed and worth the wait. Worth its weight in flour.
Summary
Chris Brown has reached a settlement in principle with lyricist Steve Chokpelle, who sued claiming he was owed royalties and credit for his contributions to Brown's hit songs "Monalisa" and "Sensational." The settlement, which also involves Universal Music Group, resolves all claims in the royalties lawsuit. The terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
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· 3 pulledThe parties have reached a settlement in principle
The terms were not disclosed, and lawyers for the parties did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
the plaintiff, Steve Chokpelle, said the agreement would resolve all of his claims against Brown and Universal Music Group, effectively removing them from the royalties lawsuit.
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