Many Reggaeton artists sued for rhythm copyright infringement

Jamaican reggae producers Steely & Clevie claim that many artists and labels infringed on their copyrights on a rhythm in their song “Fish Market”

According to CNN, “The foundational drum beats come from Jamaican dancehall duo Steely & Clevie, composed of Wycliffe Johnson and Cleveland Browne, who co-wrote “Fish Market” in 1989. The heavily sampled “Dem Bow” rhythm comes from a song of the same name co-authored with Shabba Ranks, which itself takes from “Fish Market.” Johnson passed away in 2009.”

The law will decide.