DMCA’s Most Targeted Music Video: A Chart-Topper’s Saga
From its infectious beats to thought-provoking lyrics, “Gangnam Style” by Psy took the world by storm in 2012. However, its meteoric rise brought an unexpected consequence: it became the most DMCA’d music video in history.
The Internet’s “Take Down” Notice: DMCA and Its Impact
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) empowers copyright holders to file “take down” notices for unauthorized use of their works. In “Gangnam Style’s” case, thousands of unauthorized reuploads and remixes flooded the internet, prompting Psy’s record label to issue a flurry of DMCA notices.
A Dance with Legal Shadows: Navigating the DMCA Maze
Navigating the DMCA landscape can be a daunting task. As the fight against online copyright infringement continues, music creators and internet users alike must stay informed about the law’s complexities. “Gangnam Style’s” DMCA ordeal serves as a cautionary tale about the collision between artistic expression and digital copyright.
