The Estate of 2Pac Raises Legal Concerns Over Drake’s AI-Generated Feature of Late Rapper

In recent developments, 2Pac’s estate has voiced serious concerns regarding Drake’s latest track, the “Taylor Made Freestyle,” which includes an AI-generated rendition of the iconic West Coast rapper’s voice.

The estate, represented by attorney Howard King, has issued a cease-and-desist letter to Drake, urging him to remove the track within 24 hours to avoid potential legal action.

Expressing deep disappointment and dismay, the estate emphasizes the unauthorized use of Tupac’s voice and persona, labeling it as a blatant violation of Tupac’s publicity and the estate’s legal rights.

The estate asserts that such use not only undermines Tupac’s legacy but also constitutes an abuse of the late hip-hop artist’s reputation.

Moreover, the estate highlights the disrespectful nature of using Tupac’s voice against Kendrick Lamar, a close friend of the estate who has consistently shown respect for Tupac’s legacy. This additional layer of offense compounds the situation, further aggravating the estate’s concerns.

Speculation arises regarding the origins of the AI-generated Tupac voice, with the estate questioning whether 2Pac’s intellectual property was utilized without authorization.

The widespread circulation of the track, garnering over a million streams and extensive coverage in national press and entertainment outlets, underscores the gravity of the situation.

The estate offers Drake the opportunity to engage in informal negotiations to address the issue amicably. However, failure to comply will prompt the estate to pursue all available legal remedies, including actions for copyright infringement, violation of publicity and personality rights, and seeking damages and injunctive relief.

Adding to the estate’s stance, 2Pac’s brother, Mopreme Shakur, publicly criticizes Drake for employing AI technology to disrespect another rapper. This sentiment further reflects the estate’s position on the matter.

In light of these developments, the situation remains tense, with Drake facing potential legal repercussions if he fails to address the estate’s concerns promptly.