Reported 11 months ago
MC HotDog's song 'Upstairs Landlord', originally titled 'Downstairs Tenant', sparked a controversy after being accused of plagiarizing Zhu Deyong's comic 'Jumping Off a Building'. Despite the dispute, MC HotDog defended his creation as a meaningful and thought-provoking song inspired by Zhu's work. After apologizing to Zhu and facing disappointment over failed negotiations for authorization, MC HotDog rebranded the song as 'Upstairs Landlord' with the hope of moving forward. The incident led to a reevaluation of the song's message, emphasizing the theme of self-improvement and perseverance in the face of challenges.
Source: YAHOO