Brazil Court Orders Removal of Adele Song from Streaming Services for Plagiarism

A recent court ruling in Brazil has made headlines, as Grammy Award-winning singer Adele is involved in a plagiarism case. Allegations claim that Adele’s 2015 song, “Million Years Ago,” borrowed from a 1995 samba song by Brazilian composer Toninho Geraes called “Mulheres (Women).” This legal battle has prompted a Brazilian court to demand that the disputed song be removed from streaming platforms worldwide.

Judge Victor Torres has called upon the Brazilian subsidiaries of Sony and Universal to cease all use, reproduction, distribution, and commercialization of Adele’s song “Million Years Ago.” The court order specifies that this removal should take effect immediately on all physical and digital formats, streaming services, and sharing platforms. This development is a result of the ongoing plagiarism allegations made by Toninho Geraes against Adele.

This action could potentially impact Adele’s global audience, as her song may no longer be available on streaming platforms. It’s a stark reminder of the legal complexities surrounding intellectual property in the music industry, and the importance of respecting copyright laws. As this story continues to unfold, music fans and industry observers will be watching closely to see how it all plays out.