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Kanye West Reaches Settlement in 'Fuk Sumn' Sampling Lawsuit

The deal awaits final paperwork within 30 days under a Tennessee judge’s order.

Overview

  • Federal court filings say the parties reached a settlement agreement in principle resolving all claims, with Judge Thomas L. Parker giving 30 days to file a written deal.
  • The Memphis plaintiffs—Criminal Manne, DJ Squeeky and the estate of Kilo G—alleged West and Ty Dolla $ign used elements of 'Drink a Yak (Part 2)' on the 2024 track 'Fuk Sumn' without permission.
  • The complaint asserts West’s team sought clearance only after the song’s release and says talks collapsed after he fired his legal and business staff.
  • The settlement’s financial and other terms have not been disclosed by either side.
  • Ty Dolla $ign previously settled with the same plaintiffs in July 2025, and West’s resolution arrives days before his scheduled March 27 release of the album 'Bully.'