Ed Sheeran: Making Headlines with His Music and Court Victories
British pop star Ed Sheeran has been making headlines lately, not only for his recent music releases and tour announcements, but also for his recent court victory in a copyright infringement lawsuit.
Ed Sheeran recently launched his Mathematics Tour, which coincides with the release of his album “Subtract” (USA Today). Along with the tour, Sheeran has been making rounds in the media with interviews, discussing his new album and songwriting process (CBS News).
However, the singer-songwriter has also been in the spotlight due to a copyright infringement lawsuit involving the Marvin Gaye classic “Let’s Get It On.” In a recent verdict, a New York jury found that Sheeran did not infringe on the copyright of the legendary song, clearing him of any liability (NBC News). The lawsuit claimed that Sheeran’s 2014 hit “Thinking Out Loud” copied parts of the melody from Gaye’s 1973 classic, but the jury ultimately decided in Sheeran’s favor (The New York Times).
Following the verdict, Sheeran commented on the lawsuit, stating that copyright infringement lawsuits are something that “comes with the territory” for musicians (The Guardian). This was a significant victory for Sheeran, who had previously faced accusations of plagiarism for other songs in his catalogue.
Aside from the legal victory, Sheeran has been busy promoting his new album by playing free pop-up gigs on the streets of New York and Los Angeles (NME). These surprise performances saw fans flocking to see the renowned artist play songs from his latest release.
Sheeran also kicked off the second season of Apple Music Live with a live performance, further showcasing his global popularity (Apple). Additionally, the singer made an appearance on American Idol, where he and Alanis Morissette performed for the top eight contestants and demonstrated how professionals navigate the music industry (Billboard).
Ed Sheeran’s recent headlines, both for his music and his court victory, serve as a testament to his continued success and the challenges that high-profile musicians face, particularly regarding intellectual property and the potential for conflicts in the industry.
