Despite denial of permission, the lawsuit claims the artists proceeded to use excerpts from the iconic hit without consent, leading to legal action seeking damages. 

In a legal saga that underscores the complexities of copyright in the music industry, Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign are embroiled in a lawsuit filed by Donna Summer's estate. The crux of the matter? Allegations of unauthorized use of Summer's classic hit "I Feel Love" in their collaborative track "Good (Don't Die)" featured on their album “Vultures 1.”

According to reports, the lawsuit, filed in California federal court, asserts that despite explicit denial of permission, West and Ty proceeded to incorporate recognizable portions of Summer's song into their own without proper authorization. The court documents depict a narrative where even after being denied permission, the artists seemingly forged ahead, utilizing excerpts from "I Feel Love" without informing or obtaining consent from the Summer Estate.

What's particularly striking is the estate's assertion that the defendants, in this case, Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign, allegedly made a unilateral decision to include the contested elements of the song, displaying what the estate perceives as an audacious act of appropriation. The estate's refusal to grant permission, reportedly rooted in concerns over West's controversial past, adds another layer of complexity to the legal dispute.

The lawsuit seeks $150,000 in damages for each instance of infringement, underlining the gravity of the alleged copyright violation. Attorneys representing Donna Summer's estate emphasize the broader significance of the case, highlighting the fundamental right of artists to control the use and representation of their work, and the imperative to safeguard against unauthorized exploitation.

The legal battle is not an isolated incident for Kanye West, as the lawsuit surfaces amidst other allegations of unauthorized sampling. Notably, heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne has also accused West of sampling without permission, citing a Black Sabbath song, "War of Pigs." Osbourne's refusal, attributed to West's controversial reputation, further complicates the narrative surrounding the artist's sampling practices.

Despite the legal entanglements, “Vultures” has enjoyed commercial success, debuting at the number one spot on the US Billboard 200, underscoring the dichotomy between artistic acclaim and legal ramifications. As the lawsuit unfolds, it underscores the ongoing tensions between artistic expression and intellectual property rights in the music industry, serving as a cautionary tale for artists and creators navigating the complex terrain of sampling and copyright law.