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Olivia Dean's Label Sued Over 'I've Seen It' Similarities to Bill Withers' 'Just the Two of Us'

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Olivia Dean's Label Sued Over 'I've Seen It' Similarities to Bill Withers' 'Just the Two of Us'

A closer look at “Olivia Dean's Label Sued Over 'I've Seen It' Similarities to Bill Withers' 'Just the Two o”, exactly as the source publishes it. BBC Entertainment Oct 2, 2026 • 9:51 AM 1 views British singer Olivia Dean and her record label are facing a copyright infringement lawsuit over her song 'I've Seen It,' which plaintiffs claim borrows substantially from Bill Withers' 1981 classic 'Just the Two of Us.' The suit was filed by the rights holders of Withers' catalog, who allege that Dean's track copies melodic and rhythmic elements without permission.

The case highlights the ongoing tension between artistic inspiration and legal boundaries in the music industry, particularly as streaming platforms make comparative analysis easier for rights holders. Dean, a rising star who has earned critical acclaim and a Brit Award nomination, has not yet publicly commented on the allegations. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.

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