Rapper Young MC filed
a lawsuit against Varry White Music in Los Angeles Federal Court, alleging that
the publishing company failed to pay royalties for two hit songs the rapper wrote
for Tone Loc.
Young MC, born
Marvin Young, is best known for the 1989 hit "Bust A Move," released
on Delicious Vinyl. The song earned a Grammy Award for Best Rap Record.
The rapper, who
holds a degree in economics, also co-wrote "Wild Thing" and "Funky
Cold Medina." Varry White Music administers songs by Young MC and Tone
Loc, and various works from Delicious Vinyl’s catalog.
Young authored
the songs while under contract with the company. According to the original agreement
made in 1988, Young assigned the copyrights to Varry White Music for $500 to
collect royalties on his behalf.
The rapper claims
Varry White Music has failed to provide an accurate account of the records’
royalties, which have been included in various films and commercials.
Young also contends
that Varry White refused to open their books during an independent attempt to
audit the company earlier this year.
He is seeking unspecified
punitive and compensatory damages.
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