- Chlöe Bailey is facing a $15 million lawsuit from songwriter Melvin Moore, professionally known as “4rest.” Moore claims he was not properly credited or compensated for his work on her album “Trouble in Paradise.”
- Moore’s lawsuit alleges that Bailey failed to credit or pay him for his contributions to three songs and did not allow him to negotiate contractual terms.
- In addition to $15 million in punitive damages, Moore is seeking $150,000 for willful copyright infringement and wants the three songs removed from all streaming platforms.
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A songwriter is suing Chlöe Bailey for $15 million, claiming she failed to credit or pay him for his work on her album “Trouble in Paradise.” Melvin Moore — known as “4rest” — filed the lawsuit against Bailey and her record labels, Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records.
Billboard reports that Moore is seeking $5 million for each of three songs: “Favorite,” “Same Lingerie,” and “Might as Well.”
Allegations of unauthorized use and lack of negotiation
The lawsuit accuses Bailey of using Moore’s contributions without permission. It also claims Bailey’s team never offered Moore a chance to negotiate payment or terms for his work.
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However, official credits list Moore on “Same Lingerie” and “Might as Well” but not on “Favorite.”
Moore has collaborated with Chris Brown, BTS, and Bailey. His work spans various music genres, highlighting his industry influence.
Bailey’s album “Trouble in Paradise” did not appear on major charts like the Billboard 200. The album’s commercial performance has sparked debates among fans and critics.
In a statement to Rolling Stone, Moore shared his personal journey. “I’ve faced homelessness for two years, only to achieve homeownership 17 years later. These experiences have shaped my resilience. But even after overcoming these obstacles and achieving success, I find myself still fighting for basic fairness in how I am compensated for my work,” Moore said.
Moore seeks additional damages and song removal
Moore is seeking $150,000 for willful copyright infringement in addition to the $15 million in punitive damages. He also wants the three songs removed from streaming platforms.
