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Sam Smith, Normani Copyright Case Likely Headed for Trial As Judge Signals No Dismissal
Rolling StoneFriday, September 11, 2026 at 11:24 PM
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A federal judge said Friday he was leaning toward denying a summary judgment bid and sending the copyright battle over the multi-platinum hit “Dancing With a Stranger” to trial
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- Why it matters
- Culture sets the tone of public attention — what people argue about when the news cycle turns. A federal judge said Friday he was leaning toward denying a summary judgment bid and sending the copyright battle over the multi-platinum hit “Dancing With a Stranger” to trial
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What happened
A federal judge said Friday he was leaning toward denying a summary judgment bid and sending the copyright battle over the multi-platinum hit “Dancing With a Stranger” to trial
Why it matters
Culture sets the tone of public attention — what people argue about when the news cycle turns.
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Rolling Stone published: Sam Smith, Normani Copyright Case Likely Headed for Trial As Judge Signals No Dismissal
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