Megan Thee Stallion, the renowned rapper, has announced that she will be releasing her next album as an independent artist. This revelation comes as a result of her recently settled legal battle with her record label, 1501 Certified, and its CEO, Carl Crawford.
Key Takeaway
Megan Thee Stallion and 1501 Entertainment have resolved their long-standing legal battle, allowing the rapper to pursue her music independently. The settlement marks the end of a three-year feud and sets the stage for a new chapter in Megan’s career.
An End to the Feud
After years of public disputes and back-and-forth swipes on social media, Megan and 1501 have finally decided to part ways amicably, as reported by Billboard. This marks the end of a tumultuous three-year period that saw the artist and the label engaged in legal strife.
A History of Conflict
In 2020, the conflict between Megan and 1501 began to escalate. The rapper accused the Houston-based label of repeatedly hindering her from releasing new music and fulfilling her contractual obligations. This led to a lawsuit and a highly publicized battle between the two parties.
While the details of the settlement remain undisclosed, it is unclear whether any monetary compensation was involved. However, it is worth noting that Carl Crawford, the former MLB All-Star and CEO of 1501, had softened his stance towards Megan earlier this year following the guilty verdict in the Tory Lanez shooting case. Crawford expressed regret for his involvement in the feud and introduced Kai “Verse” Tyler as the new label president.
Changes Within the Label
Despite the brief fanfare surrounding the introduction of Kai “Verse” Tyler and his partnership with Carl Crawford, the alliance was short-lived. Both Tyler and Erica Banks, another successful artist on the 1501 roster, have since left the label. Banks even released a diss song aimed at 1501, echoing Megan’s grievances and demanding payment owed to her.
With this settlement, it remains to be seen how Megan Thee Stallion will navigate her career as an independent artist. As her music continues to captivate audiences worldwide, fans eagerly await her next moves and the release of her upcoming album.
