<p>Popstar Taylor Swift has filed a declaration in court&nbsp;in response to the allegations made by two songwriters that claimed that her 2014 hit track was copied from&nbsp;a single from 3LW that peaked at No. 81 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2001.</p>

<p>According to the paperwork filed by the singer in the court, Swift stated that she has never heard the song she is being accused of copying. And, she also reiterated that she herself wrote the lyrics of the song in question.</p>

<p>"The lyrics to ‘Shake It Off’ were written entirely by me,"&nbsp;Swift claimed in her declaration. "Until learning of plaintiff’s claim in 2017, I had never heard of the song ‘Play’s Gon’ Play’ and had never heard of that song or group 3LW."</p>

<p>According to a report by Billboard, Swift and her attorney also made the case that the similar phrasing in the two songs is a result of the terminology being a part of everyday language. And, they also stated that the phrases were a part of popular vernacular before Sean Hall and Nathan Butler wrote 'Playas Gon’ Play'.</p>

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<p>"I recall hearing phrases about players play and haters hate stated together by other children while attending school in Wyomissing Hills, and in high school in Hendersonville," Taylor wrote.</p>

<p>"These phrases were akin to other commonly used sayings like ‘don’t hate the playa, hate the game,’ ‘take a chill pill,’ and ‘say it, don’t spray it.’ … I was struck by messages that people prone to doing something will do it, and the best way to overcome it is to shrug it off and keep living," she added.</p>

<p>This plagiarism lawsuit has been making its way through the courts, again and again, for the last five years. It was first set aside by a judge in 2018. The following year, the suit was reinstated by an appeals court.</p>


Popstar Taylor Swift has filed a declaration in court in response to the allegations made by two songwriters that claimed that her 2014 hit track was copied from a single from 3LW that peaked at No.

Popstar Taylor Swift has filed a declaration in court in response to the allegations made by two songwriters that claimed that her 2014 hit track was copied from a single from 3LW that peaked at No. 81 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2001. According to the paperwork filed by the singer in the court, Swift stated that she has never heard the song she is being accused of copying. And, she also reiterated that she herself wrote the lyrics of the song in question. "The lyrics to ‘Shake It Off’ were written entirely by me," Swift claimed in her declaration. "Until learning of plaintiff’s claim in 2017, I had never heard of the song ‘Play’s Gon’ Play’ and had never heard of that song or group 3LW." According to a report by Billboard, Swift and her attorney also made the case that the similar phrasing in the two songs is a result of the terminology being a part of everyday language. And, they also stated that the phrases were a part of popular vernacular before Sean Hall and Nathan Butler wrote 'Playas Gon’ Play'. Also read: Pop music and 'Grease' star Olivia Newton-John dead at age 73 "I recall hearing phrases about players play and haters hate stated together by other children while attending school in Wyomissing Hills, and in high school in Hendersonville," Taylor wrote. "These phrases were akin to other commonly used sayings like ‘don’t hate the playa, hate the game,’ ‘take a chill pill,’ and ‘say it, don’t spray it.’ … I was struck by messages that people prone to doing something will do it, and the best way to overcome it is to shrug it off and keep living," she added. This plagiarism lawsuit has been making its way through the courts, again and again, for the last five years. It was first set aside by a judge in 2018. The following year, the suit was reinstated by an appeals court.

'Shake It Off' plagiarism lawsuit: Taylor Swift tells judge she wrote whole song by herself

<p>Taylor Swift did&nbsp;not take this lying down as Damon Albarn, lead singer of ‘Blur’, claimed recently&nbsp;that she doesn’t write her own songs and that he prefers Billie Eilish over her.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an interview, Damon said he prefers Billie Eilish as she’s a ‘really interesting songwriter” and "I'm more attracted to that than to Taylor Swift. It's just darker - less endlessly upbeat. Way more minor and odd. I think she's exceptional."</p>

<p>When it was pointed out that <a data-ctorig="https://www.wionews.com/topics/taylor-swift" data-cturl="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/topics/taylor-swift&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwje9bbPq8z1AhWCslYBHQy_DugQFnoECAAQAQ&amp;usg=AOvVaw28JUfeHgQVgBSqalBVBgLt" dir="ltr" href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/taylor-swift" target="_blank"><b>Taylor Swift</b></a>&nbsp;co-writes all her music, Damon said, "That doesn't count. I know what co-writing is. Co-writing is very different to writing. I'm not hating on anybody, I'm just saying there's a big difference between a songwriter and a songwriter who co-writes."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/taylor-swift-plagiarism-row-singer-files-motion-to-dismiss-copyright-lawsuit-over-hit-song-shake-it-off-440902" hreflang="en">Taylor Swift plagiarism row: Singer files motion to dismiss copyright lawsuit over hit song 'Shake It Off'</a></p>

<p>Taylor Swift hit it out at him and said, "I was such a big fan of yours until I saw this. I write all of my own songs. Your hot take is completely false and so damaging."</p>

<p>Ironically, Billie Eilish co-writes her songs with brother, producer Finneas.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Damon Albarn later apologised, writing to Swift on Twitter: "I totally agree with you. I had a conversation about songwriting and sadly it was reduced to clickbait. I apologise unreservedly and unconditionally. The last thing I would want to do is discredit your songwriting. I hope you understand."</p>

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<p>This is not the first time when Damon has caused a stir with his comments. Earlier, he called Adele “insecure” after they had worked together on music that never got released. He later denied ever calling her that.</p>

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Taylor Swift did not take this lying down as Damon Albarn, lead singer of ‘Blur’, claimed recently that she doesn’t write her own songs and that he prefers Billie Eilish over her.

Taylor Swift did not take this lying down as Damon Albarn, lead singer of ‘Blur’, claimed recently that she doesn’t write her own songs and that he prefers Billie Eilish over her. In an interview, Damon said he prefers Billie Eilish as she’s a ‘really interesting songwriter” and "I'm more attracted to that than to Taylor Swift. It's just darker - less endlessly upbeat. Way more minor and odd. I think she's exceptional." When it was pointed out that Taylor Swift co-writes all her music, Damon said, "That doesn't count. I know what co-writing is. Co-writing is very different to writing. I'm not hating on anybody, I'm just saying there's a big difference between a songwriter and a songwriter who co-writes." Taylor Swift plagiarism row: Singer files motion to dismiss copyright lawsuit over hit song 'Shake It Off' Taylor Swift hit it out at him and said, "I was such a big fan of yours until I saw this. I write all of my own songs. Your hot take is completely false and so damaging." Ironically, Billie Eilish co-writes her songs with brother, producer Finneas. Scooter Braun tells his side of the story in the infamous feud with Taylor Swift Damon Albarn later apologised, writing to Swift on Twitter: "I totally agree with you. I had a conversation about songwriting and sadly it was reduced to clickbait. I apologise unreservedly and unconditionally. The last thing I would want to do is discredit your songwriting. I hope you understand." Also see In pics: Kanye West, Julia Fox serve us major fashion in denim-on-denim This is not the first time when Damon has caused a stir with his comments. Earlier, he called Adele “insecure” after they had worked together on music that never got released. He later denied ever calling her that. Also see: Celebrities Vs Celebrities! 7 most dramatic feuds in the history of Hollywood

Taylor Swift doesn't write her own songs, claims Blur singer Damon; she hits back

<p>Harry Styles has now topped the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart this week displacing Taylor Swift.</p>

<p>The singer’s ‘Watermelon Sugar’ from<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/harry-styles-new-album-fine-line-debuts-at-no-1-at-billboard-200-chart-269824"> ‘Fine Line’</a> is now at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 list beating Taylor Swift’s ‘Cardigan’. ‘Cardigan’ is a recently released single from her <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/taylor-swifts-folklore-becomes-the-best-selling-album-of-2020-317888">album ‘Folklore’</a> that ruled the top position of the international music chart last week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With this, it becomes Harry Styles’ first solo No.1 ranking on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart. The singer's ‘Sign of the Times’ debuted and peaked at No. 4 in April 2017 whereas ‘Adore You’ reached the No.6 spot this summer, Billboard reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Taylor Swift’s ‘Cardigan’ has come down from No. 1 to eighth spot.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Weeknd's ‘Blinding Lights’ is at No. 4 and Billie Eilish's ‘My Future’ finding the No. 6 spot, marking her highest debut yet.&nbsp;</p>

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Harry Styles has now topped the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart this week displacing Taylor Swift. The singer’s ‘Watermelon Sugar’ from ‘Fine Line’ is now at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 list beating Taylor Swift’s ‘Cardigan’.

Harry Styles has now topped the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart this week displacing Taylor Swift. The singer’s ‘Watermelon Sugar’ from ‘Fine Line’ is now at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 list beating Taylor Swift’s ‘Cardigan’. ‘Cardigan’ is a recently released single from her album ‘Folklore’ that ruled the top position of the international music chart last week. With this, it becomes Harry Styles’ first solo No.1 ranking on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart. The singer's ‘Sign of the Times’ debuted and peaked at No. 4 in April 2017 whereas ‘Adore You’ reached the No.6 spot this summer, Billboard reported. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift’s ‘Cardigan’ has come down from No. 1 to eighth spot. The Weeknd's ‘Blinding Lights’ is at No. 4 and Billie Eilish's ‘My Future’ finding the No. 6 spot, marking her highest debut yet. Roll Camera Action: Movies to reality shows; entertainment industry resumes work Dwayne Johnson tops yet again on Forbes highest-paid male actors list

Harry Styles' 'Watermelon Sugar' tops Billboard Hot 100 beating Taylor Swift

<p>Taylor Swift has something super up her sleeve as she is set to release her new album tonight. She recorded a whole new album titled ‘Folklore’ as she kept to herself during the time of quarantine amid the coronavirus outbreak.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Announcing the surprise album on Instagram, Taylor Swift said, "Most of the things I had planned this summer didn’t end up happening, but there is something I hadn’t planned on that DID happen.”</p>

<p>"And that thing is my 8th studio album, folklore. Surprise Tonight at midnight I’ll be releasing my entire brand new album of songs I’ve poured all of my whims, dreams, fears, and musings into. I wrote and recorded this music in isolation but got to collaborate with some musical heroes of mine,” she continued.&nbsp;</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CC-9usjDzUw/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">Most of the things I had planned this summer didn’t end up happening, but there is something I hadn’t planned on that DID happen. And that thing is my 8th studio album, folklore. Surprise 🤗Tonight at midnight I’ll be releasing my entire brand new album of songs I’ve poured all of my whims, dreams, fears, and musings into. I wrote and recorded this music in isolation but got to collaborate with some musical heroes of mine; @aarondessner (who has co-written or produced 11 of the 16 songs), @boniver (who co-wrote and was kind enough to sing on one with me), William Bowery (who co-wrote two with me) and @jackantonoff (who is basically musical family at this point). Engineered by Laura Sisk and Jon Low, mixed by Serban Ghenea &amp; Jon Low. The album photos were shot by the amazing @bethgarrabrant. Before this year I probably would’ve overthought when to release this music at the ‘perfect’ time, but the times we’re living in keep reminding me that nothing is guaranteed. My gut is telling me that if you make something you love, you should just put it out into the world. That’s the side of uncertainty I can get on board with. Love you guys so much ♥️</a></p>

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<p>On the album, Taylor Swift has worked with producer and The National guitarist Aaron Dessner, who co-wrote or produced 11 of the 16 songs on the album, as well as Bon Iver, who co-wrote and sings on one of the tracks; William Bowery, who co-wrote two songs; and her frequent collaborator producer/songwriter/singer Jack Antonoff, who she said "is basically musical family at this point."</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CC--BUtDjav/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">folklore will have 16 songs on the standard edition, but the physical deluxe editions will include a bonus track called “the lakes.” Because this is my 8th studio album, I made 8 deluxe CD editions and 8 deluxe vinyl editions that are available for one week😄 Each deluxe edition has unique covers, photos, and artwork. Available exclusively at taylorswift.com</a></p>

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"My gut is telling me that if you make something you love, you should just put it out into the world. That’s the side of uncertainty I can get on board with. Love you guys so much."</p>


Taylor Swift has something super up her sleeve as she is set to release her new album tonight. She recorded a whole new album titled ‘Folklore’ as she kept to herself during the time of quarantine amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Taylor Swift has something super up her sleeve as she is set to release her new album tonight. She recorded a whole new album titled ‘Folklore’ as she kept to herself during the time of quarantine amid the coronavirus outbreak. Announcing the surprise album on Instagram, Taylor Swift said, "Most of the things I had planned this summer didn’t end up happening, but there is something I hadn’t planned on that DID happen.” "And that thing is my 8th studio album, folklore. Surprise Tonight at midnight I’ll be releasing my entire brand new album of songs I’ve poured all of my whims, dreams, fears, and musings into. I wrote and recorded this music in isolation but got to collaborate with some musical heroes of mine,” she continued. View this post on Instagram Most of the things I had planned this summer didn’t end up happening, but there is something I hadn’t planned on that DID happen. And that thing is my 8th studio album, folklore. Surprise 🤗Tonight at midnight I’ll be releasing my entire brand new album of songs I’ve poured all of my whims, dreams, fears, and musings into. I wrote and recorded this music in isolation but got to collaborate with some musical heroes of mine; @aarondessner (who has co-written or produced 11 of the 16 songs), @boniver (who co-wrote and was kind enough to sing on one with me), William Bowery (who co-wrote two with me) and @jackantonoff (who is basically musical family at this point). Engineered by Laura Sisk and Jon Low, mixed by Serban Ghenea & Jon Low. The album photos were shot by the amazing @bethgarrabrant. Before this year I probably would’ve overthought when to release this music at the ‘perfect’ time, but the times we’re living in keep reminding me that nothing is guaranteed. My gut is telling me that if you make something you love, you should just put it out into the world. That’s the side of uncertainty I can get on board with. Love you guys so much ♥️ A post shared by Taylor Swift (@taylorswift) on Jul 23, 2020 at 5:00am PDT × On the album, Taylor Swift has worked with producer and The National guitarist Aaron Dessner, who co-wrote or produced 11 of the 16 songs on the album, as well as Bon Iver, who co-wrote and sings on one of the tracks; William Bowery, who co-wrote two songs; and her frequent collaborator producer/songwriter/singer Jack Antonoff, who she said "is basically musical family at this point." View this post on Instagram folklore will have 16 songs on the standard edition, but the physical deluxe editions will include a bonus track called “the lakes.” Because this is my 8th studio album, I made 8 deluxe CD editions and 8 deluxe vinyl editions that are available for one week😄 Each deluxe edition has unique covers, photos, and artwork. Available exclusively at taylorswift.com A post shared by Taylor Swift (@taylorswift) on Jul 23, 2020 at 5:03am PDT × "Before this year I probably would’ve overthought when to release this music at the ‘perfect’ time, but the times we’re living in keep reminding me that nothing is guaranteed," Swift said. "My gut is telling me that if you make something you love, you should just put it out into the world. That’s the side of uncertainty I can get on board with. Love you guys so much."

Taylor Swift to release new album tonight and her fans can't keep calm!