Content overview: “Kroger and LG Face Copyright Lawsuit Over Viral 'Cheese Tax' Dog Song on TikTok”. Kroger and LG are the latest major brands to be sued for allegedly using a popular TikTok sound without proper licensing. The lawsuit, filed by music rights holders, claims the companies used the dog-themed 'Cheese Tax' song in promotional videos on their corporate social media accounts. The track, which gained viral fame as a humorous ode to dogs begging for cheese, has become a staple of pet-related content online.
The case highlights a growing trend of legal action against brands that use unlicensed music in social media marketing, as rights holders increasingly monitor platforms like TikTok for unauthorized syncs. Kroger, one of the largest grocery chains in the U.S., and LG, the global electronics giant, are accused of leveraging the catchy tune to boost engagement without compensating the song's creators. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.