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Updated 2026-09-23 21:40 UTC 2 sources Negative

Sam Smith and Normani's copyright lawsuit over the hit song 'Dancing With a Stranger' is set to go to trial. The case involves allegations of plagiarism in their multi-platinum track.

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‘The Love Hypothesis’ Director Claire Scanlon Talks “Pressure” Of Chapter 16 Scene, “Dynamic” Captured With First Kiss & More

SPOILER ALERT: This piece spoils the entirety of The Love Hypothesis movie now streaming on Prime Video. Editor’s Note: Trigger Warning – The following contains mention of sexual harassment. Help is available at the National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673. The order of several pivotal scenes

2026-09-23 21:26 UTC

Rolling Stone

Sam Smith, Normani Copyright Lawsuit Over ‘Dancing With a Stranger’ Heads to Trial

A federal judge refused to dismiss the lawsuit over the multi-platinum dance hit

2026-09-23 21:32 UTC