What in the World Thinking Out Loud: What Ed Sheeran’s copyright trial means for the music industry
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Jun 18, 2025 Mark Savage, BBC's music correspondent with deep knowledge of the music industry, dives into the recent Supreme Court ruling on Ed Sheeran's copyright battle. He unpacks the fine line between inspiration and plagiarism, citing famous cases and emphasizing how copyright law affects songwriters. Savage also explores the complexities of music sampling and the historical context of copyright disputes. Get ready to rethink what it means to create music in a world of legal challenges!
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Creation of "Thinking Out Loud"
- Ed Sheeran and Amy Wadge created "Thinking Out Loud" almost by accident while hanging out.
- The song was written about Sheeran's grandparents and became a massive Grammy-winning hit.
Similar Harmonic Elements in Songs
- "Thinking Out Loud" and "Let's Get It On" share similar harmonic elements and syncopation.
- These shared elements create a similar yearning quality but are common in many songs.
Prove Song Ownership Date
- Record the date you created your song to prove copyright ownership.
- Use modern software and recordings to securely track your song's creation date.