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Bad Bunny Seeks $465K in Legal Fees from emPawa Africa

3/24/2026

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Bad Bunny seeks $465,612 in legal fees from emPawa Africa.
Nigerian producer Dera initiated the lawsuit, claiming the track sampled his song "Empty My Pocket."
The court dismissed the case on March 9, 2023, after Dera failed to meet deadlines and attend a discovery hearing.
Bad Bunny's legal team says emPawa Africa pursued the case to exploit his fame for a settlement.
Bad Bunny is not seeking fees from Dera.

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Story summary

Bad Bunny seeks $465,612 in legal fees from emPawa Africa.
Nigerian producer Dera initiated the lawsuit, claiming the track sampled his song "Empty My Pocket."
The court dismissed the case on March 9, 2023, after Dera failed to meet deadlines and attend a discovery hearing.
Bad Bunny's legal team says emPawa Africa pursued the case to exploit his fame for a settlement.
Bad Bunny is not seeking fees from Dera.