Rapper Juvenile Wins Copyright Court Fight

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5th Circuit Rules in Rappers' Battle Over Phrase 'Back That Ass Up'

John Council

Texas Lawyer

01-25-2005

The Court upheld a jury ruling in favor of defendant Juvenile, finding that D.J. Jubilee failed to prove that his version of "Back That Ass Up" was substantially similar to Jubilee's version of "Back That Azz Up."

Juvenile's song was a hit, sold more than 4 million CDs and grossed more than $40 million in sales. However, D.J. Jubilee's song failed to elevate either his bank account or his profile. D.J. Jubilee continues to work as a special education teacher.

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