Trefuego, a TikTok rapper, has been ordered by a federal judge to pay Sony Music Group over $800,000 in damages for using a copyrighted sample in his song “90mh” without permission.
The court’s decision is meant to teach Trefuego a lesson and encourage him to be more cautious when using sources in his music.
Initially, Trefuego denied the allegations, but the judge found him guilty of copyright infringement and ordered him to repay Sony for the money he earned from the song. This situation highlights the importance of protecting intellectual property rights in the music industry and the consequences of copyright infringement.
Unfortunately, neither Trefuego nor Sony Music Group could be reached for comment, but it’s important to remember that artists have legal responsibilities in the production and distribution of their work.
