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Neil Young Sues Trump 47 Committee Over Song Use
Neil Young sues Trump 47 Committee for unauthorized performance of 'Rockin’ in the Free World' at rally.
In brief
Neil Young sues Trump 47 Committee for unauthorized performance of 'Rockin’ in the Free World' at rally. Neil Young seeks $10 million in damages after Trump 47 Committee played his song without permission at a rally. Originally reported by Pitchfork.
Neil Young sues Trump 47 Committee
Neil Young filed suit against Trump 47 Committee for unauthorized public performance of 'Rockin’ in the Free World' at a Youngstown Ohio rally on October 12.
“‘Rockin’ in the Free World’ is a blistering anthem that contrasts the hollow promises of american political rhetoric with the harsh realities faced by the poor, homeless, and forgotten”
Seeking $10 million in damages
Young demands $10 million for copyright infringement, claiming Trump 47 Committee lacked license or permission to play his song at political events.
Previous settlement with Trump campaign
Young previously sued Trump’s campaign committee over 'Rockin’ in the Free World' and 'Devil’s Sidewalk' in 2020, settling out of court with terms that excluded Trump 47 Committee.
The takeaway
Neil Young seeks $10 million in damages after Trump 47 Committee played his song without permission at a rally.
