Drake Pulls AI Tupac Diss Track After Legal Challenge
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Rapper Drake has taken down 'Taylor Made Freestyle' from his online profiles after a legal challenge from Tupac Shakur's estate.
The track featured unauthorized AI-generated vocals of Tupac Shakur in a diss aimed at Kendrick Lamar.
Tupac's estate sent a cease-and-desist letter, citing the unauthorized use and the problematic nature of dissing an artist who respects Tupac.
The song, which also included AI verses from Snoop Dogg, had already achieved over a million streams.
Drake has remained silent on the issue, prompting discussions on copyright and the ethics of using AI to mimic deceased artists.
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BBC News • Apr 26, 2024
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The Verge • Apr 26, 2024
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Billboard • Apr 25, 2024
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Billboard • Apr 26, 2024
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