Producer Rookie, who is known for his rhythm "Superstar" which features the popular song "Backshot' by Lady Saw and Spragga Benz, has filed a lawsuit against Magnum Kings and Queens judge Skatta Burrell.
Rookie's lawyer reportedly sent a letter to Skatta, because elements of the Superstar rhythm were used in Specialist's "Street Hustle" song which was produced by Skatta.
Skatta stated that Rookie should be thanking him and Downsound Records instead of suing them. "Rookie's last hit was 1998. He should feel glorified that a hit in 2012 has been influenced by his rhythm. Instead of suing me and Downsound Records, he should be thanking us. It is ridiculous to have taken it this far. I feel like I am going to go to court just for the hell of it," Skatta said.
Rookie is asking for a lump sum payment and future royalties.
Rookie's lawyer reportedly sent a letter to Skatta, because elements of the Superstar rhythm were used in Specialist's "Street Hustle" song which was produced by Skatta.
Skatta stated that Rookie should be thanking him and Downsound Records instead of suing them. "Rookie's last hit was 1998. He should feel glorified that a hit in 2012 has been influenced by his rhythm. Instead of suing me and Downsound Records, he should be thanking us. It is ridiculous to have taken it this far. I feel like I am going to go to court just for the hell of it," Skatta said.
Rookie is asking for a lump sum payment and future royalties.
