Jay Z photo credit: Kingsmen Media
The piano and saxophone player accused Jay of using his instrumental “On The Way” for the Magna Carta Holy Grail track. The two parties were engaged in an 18-month legal fight over the song until Jay reportedly admitted to lifting the tune a few months ago.
In January 2014, Spoerri told SwissInfo he believed the Brooklyn emcee could have gotten permission to use “On The Way” for “Versus” if he would have simply asked.
“In a way I’m flattered that a relatively young rapper takes a sample from an old man, a sample that is about 35 years old,” said Spoerri. “On the other hand I’m furious because it would have been so simple to clear the sample. All it would have needed was a call or an email to the company and I think it would have been relatively cheap.”
Timbaland is credited as the producer on “Versus.” The song also samples A Tribe Called Quest’s “Sucka N***a.”
Jason L Olds love and respect u always lil bro! I just like to share what I’ve learned with those whom are receptive! God bless u fam!
They know the game… -_-
Rufus Blaq knows
Truth..I often tell artist to just clear the sample. However when ur on Jay and Tim’s level those things slip through the cracks. What this musician is saying is true. However…it is good they agree to take care of him. Good business breeds longevity.
They agreed or got caught????
Forget you pay me! These artists been in the game to long for mistakes like this it’s all fun until they get caught.
Clear the sample it’s that easy if your on their level.
If they other two had to pay.everyone need to pay.for sampling others music