A federal judge in Los Angeles has ruled in favor of Mariah Carey, dismissing a copyright infringement lawsuit related to her iconic Christmas song, "All I Want for Christmas Is You." The lawsuit, filed by an unnamed songwriter, alleged that Carey's hit song illegally borrowed elements from his own Christmas composition, specifically the melody, chord progression, and overall structure.
However, Judge [Judge's Name] found that the plaintiff failed to provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate substantial similarity or access, key components required to prove copyright infringement. The ruling stated that the similarities between the two songs were either generic to the Christmas music genre or lacked the necessary degree of originality to warrant copyright protection.
"All I Want for Christmas Is You," released in 1994, has become a perennial holiday favorite, generating millions of dollars in royalties annually. The song's enduring popularity and commercial success have made it a frequent target for copyright claims, but this ruling reaffirms Carey's ownership and creative rights to the work. The lawsuit's dismissal ensures that Carey can continue to enjoy the fruits of her labor and that the holiday classic will continue to ring in the Christmas season for years to come.
Judge Dismisses Copyright Claim Against Mariah Carey's Christmas Hit
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit claiming Mariah Carey stole the melody and structure of her popular holiday song, "All I Want for Christmas Is You." The plaintiff alleged the song infringed on his own Christmas composition. The judge determined there was insufficient evidence to support the claim of copyright infringement. Carey's holiday anthem continues to be a global favorite.
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