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Unauthorized Use: Jaywon Blasts Arya Star for Using His Picture to Promote Her Music
Nigerian singer, Jaywon, has taken to social media to express his displeasure and disappointment at Arya Star, a fellow musician, for using his picture to promote her upcoming album without his consent.
Jaywon shared a screenshot of the promotional material featuring his image on his Instagram page, stating that he did not authorize the use of his picture and demanding that Arya Star and her team take it down immediately.
“Unauthorized use! I didn’t consent to this. Take it down @AryaStar and your team. Respect my brand,” Jaywon wrote.
Arya Star’s team has since responded, stating that they meant no harm and thought they had the necessary clearance. They have apologized and taken down the promotional material.
Jaywon has emphasized the importance of respecting intellectual property and seeking permission before using someone else’s image for promotional purposes.
This incident highlights the need for artists and their teams to be mindful of intellectual property rights and seek proper clearance to avoid conflicts and misunderstandings in the industry.