Ed Sheeran cleared of copyright infringement allegations

Ed Sheeran's award-winning hit Thinking Out Loud did not infringe on the copyright of Marvin Gaye's classic track Let's Get It On. 

The plaintiffs had claimed that there were similarities between the chord progression, harmonic rhythm, and certain melodies in the two songs.

 However, Sheeran's legal team argued that the melodies used in both songs were different and that the elements in question were common in pop music. 

They emphasized that the use of these common elements did not amount to copyright infringement and that such elements were often employed in the creation of new works in the music industry. 

Ultimately, the court sided with Sheeran, clearing him of any infringement charges.

Ed Sheeran, the musician at the center of the recent copyright infringement trial, has spoken out about the emotional toll the trial took on him. 

In a conversation with media, he discussed the difficult choice he had to make between attending his grandmother's funeral in Ireland and being present in New York for the trial. 

He expressed deep regret at having to miss the funeral and acknowledged that the time lost was something he could never regain.

 Sheeran, who described himself as "just a guy with a guitar who loves writing music for people to enjoy," also addressed the financial aspect of the trial, stating that he would not allow himself to be used as a "piggy bank" for others to shake. 

Amy Wadge, the co-writer of the song Thinking Out Loud, expressed her relief and joy, stating that the decision has lifted a significant weight off her shoulders and has implications beyond just the fate of the hit song.

 According to Wadge, it is important for the next generation of musicians to understand that they can still be creative, and that the outcome of this case reinforces that notion.

A female juror expressed her views on the case, stating that it was a "very interesting case." 

She went on to praise both sides for presenting their arguments effectively, saying that "they did a really great job."