Beyoncé Faces Copyright Lawsuit Over 'Break My Soul'

New Orleans group Da Showstoppaz alleges illegal sampling of their 2002 track in Big Freedia's 'Explode' and subsequently Beyoncé's hit single.

Da Showstoppaz claims 'Break My Soul' uses unlicensed elements from their song 'Release a Wiggle'.
The lawsuit names Beyoncé, Big Freedia, Jay-Z, and Sony Music as defendants.
Plaintiffs seek royalties, credits, and damages for the alleged infringement.
Big Freedia's 'Explode' is said to have sampled 'Release a Wiggle' without permission.
Beyoncé's representatives have not commented on the lawsuit.