Another day, another legal headache for Ye. A jury in Los Angeles just ruled that he and his companies have to fork over more than $400,000 for using a music sample without permission during that 2021 event. It really highlights a massive issue in the industry: you can't just treat other artists' work like it's a free-for-all resource, no matter how big your name is. Sampling is an art form, sure, but respect the hustle and pay the original creators. If you're charging people for an experience or building a brand off a vibe, those who laid the foundation deserve their cut. It’s wild that someone with his resources still skips the clearing process. This $400k bill is a loud reminder that intellectual property actually matters, even for the self-proclaimed geniuses of the world. #culture #law #music https://thoxt.com/l/Ye0lDg 🔗