Tempo Music has filed a lawsuit against Miley Cyrus, claiming her hit song “Flowers” copied parts of Bruno Mars’ track.
Miley Cyrus is facing a lawsuit regarding her popular song “Flowers,” which has won multiple awards.
The legal action claims that Cyrus’ track has copied elements from Bruno Mars’ hit song “When I Was Your Man.”
Filed by Tempo Music Investments, the lawsuit states that “Flowers” would not exist without the influence of Mars’ song.
Tempo Music sues Miley Cyrus over hit song ‘Flowers’ allegedly copying Bruno Mars tune
The lawsuit argues significant similarities in melody, harmony, and chorus between the two tracks.
Tempo Music, which owns a portion of the copyright for Mars’ song, has pointed out that the similarities are not coincidental.
They allege that Cyrus intentionally copied parts of “When I Was Your Man,” released in 2012.
Miley Cyrus released “Flowers” in January 2023, shortly after her separation from actor Liam Hemsworth.
The song has been widely interpreted as an anthem of self-love and empowerment, resonating with many fans.
However, the lawsuit suggests that the success of “Flowers” is closely tied to Mars’ earlier work.
Tempo Music Investments indicates obvious similarities between Cyrus and Bruno’ song
According to reports, the legal documents detail how “Flowers” mirrors several aspects of Mars’ song.
the docs read: “It is undeniable based on the combination and number of similarities between the two recordings that ‘Flowers’ would not exist without ‘When I Was Your Man’.”
For example, the structure, specific melodic patterns, and even some lyrical themes are said to overlap. Tempo Music claims that these similarities are so pronounced that they cannot be ignored.
In addition to seeking damages, the lawsuit demands that Cyrus be prohibited from performing “Flowers” at future concerts.
The company hopes to restrict her ability to distribute the song as well.
This legal battle raises questions about artistic inspiration versus plagiarism, a topic that frequently surfaces in the music industry.
Both Miley Cyrus and Bruno Mars have not publicly commented on the lawsuit at this time.
Cyrus’ representatives have declined to provide any statements regarding the allegations.
Social media users also reacted to the lawsuit between Miley Cyrus and Tempo Music
On social media, many online users shared their opinions about the lawsuit.
It literally was supposed to be about his song because it’s Liam’s fav/was impactful to their relationship.. he literally gave her permission/helped her with it, one user said.
If this means we can quit hearing the song then, wonderful, the second user commented.
I mean, I deffo assumed she asked him if she could change up his song, the third user said.
Not even close to the same melody, besides that you can own songs, you can’t own notes and chord progressions, another wrote.
What songs these days don’t have similar melodies and chord progression? someone said.