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BTS' 'SWIM' plagiarism lawsuit dropped by accusers four months after filing
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What Happened?
The plagiarism lawsuit against BTS regarding their song 'SWIM' has been dropped by the accusers, just four months after it was filed in a US court. The accusers requested the court to dismiss the case on November 4.
Key points
- The lawsuit was filed in July by songwriters Steve Cooper, Jon Sandler, and Greylyn Johnson.
- They claimed 'SWIM' was similar to their unpublished demo from March 2025.
- BTS's management agency denied the allegations, stating 'SWIM' was independently created.
- The reason for dropping the case has not been disclosed.
Key insights
- The dropping of the lawsuit may indicate a lack of substantial evidence from the accusers.
- BTS's management's strong denial could strengthen their public image.
- The case's dismissal may influence how future plagiarism claims are approached in the music industry.
Why it matters
The resolution of this lawsuit could impact BTS's reputation and future projects.
Entities
BTS· OrganizationSteve Cooper· PersonJon Sandler· PersonGreylyn Johnson· PersonARIRANG· Product
Source
Times of India
