A copyright infringement case involving singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran and Marvin Gaye’s classic song “Let’s Get It On.” The article provides an overview of the case and the jury’s verdict.
The article explains that Sheeran was accused of copying the melody, harmony, and rhythm of Gaye’s song in his hit single “Thinking Out Loud.” The lawsuit was brought by the heirs of Ed Townsend, who co-wrote “Let’s Get It On” with Gaye.
After a week-long trial, the jury found that Sheeran did not infringe on the copyright of “Let’s Get It On.” The verdict was based on the opinion of musicologists who testified that the similarities between the two songs were not substantial enough to constitute infringement.
The article also notes that this is not the first time Sheeran has faced a copyright lawsuit. In 2018, he was sued by the writers of the song “Photograph,” which they claimed had similarities to their song “Amazing.”
Overall, the article provides a concise summary of the copyright infringement case involving Ed Sheeran and Marvin Gaye’s “Let’s Get It On.” The author’s writing is straightforward and informative, and will likely be of interest to music fans and those interested in copyright law.
Title suggestion: “Jury Rules in Favor of Ed Sheeran in Marvin Gaye ‘Let’s Get It On’ Copyright Infringement Case”