AceShowbiz - Eminem's music publishing company, Eight Mile Style, is pursuing legal action against Meta Platforms, seeking $109 million in damages, Billboard reports. The lawsuit alleges that Meta has infringed on copyrights by storing, reproducing, and profiting from 243 of Eminem’s songs without proper authorization across its platforms Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.

Further details provided by E! News explain that the complaint highlights Meta’s features like Original Audio and Reels, which allegedly allow users to utilize Eminem’s tracks without adequate licensing or attribution. The suit demands compensation for lost profits, diminished copyright value, and Meta’s financial gains from this unauthorized use, or alternatively seeks statutory damages amounting to $150,000 per song, totaling approximately $109.35 million. Xxlmag adds that the songs involved include some of Eminem’s most iconic hits such as “Lose Yourself,” “The Real Slim Shady,” and “Mockingbird.” Eminem himself, whose real name is Marshall Mathers, is not a party to this lawsuit, as he clarified that Eight Mile Style initiated the legal proceedings independently.

Eminem is a prominent hip hop musician known for his breakthrough album The Slim Shady LP (1999) and his role as Jimmy 'B-Rabbit' Smith, Jr. in the film 8 Mile. Over the years, he has accumulated numerous accolades, including nominations for MTV Video Music Awards and Grammy Awards. Eminem’s career extends into acting with credits in projects like Funny People and Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap. He has also been open about his personal battles and the therapeutic role of rap music in his life, overcoming addiction and marking significant sobriety milestones.

This lawsuit underscores ongoing tensions between major music rights holders and social media platforms over copyright enforcement and monetization. Meta maintains it holds licenses with thousands of partners worldwide and was engaged in good-faith negotiations with Eight Mile Style prior to the lawsuit, per E! News. The case could have broad implications for how digital platforms manage and license music content moving forward.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Billboard.