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Reggaeton Rhythm Copyright Battle Reversed | Hip-Hop News
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A major copyright showdown over the iconic dembow beat of reggaeton just took a dramatic turn — a judge has tossed out the core claim that thousands of songs, including hits by Bad Bunny, Drake, and others, ripped off a 1989 track called “Fish Market.” The court ruled the plaintiffs’ attempt to copyright the rhythm itself was legally flawed, since copyright doesn’t protect broad musical ideas or mixes of influences. While some sampling claims remain, the foundation of the case is now significantly weakened — a huge legal victory for artists like Karol G, Anitta, and Daddy Yankee.
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