Miley Cyrus has a lawsuit. People say her song “Flowers” sounds like Bruno Mars’ song “When I Was Your Man.” 1 A judge said Miley has to go to court about this. 2 Now, people are talking about if her song copied Bruno Mars’ song. We’re going to see what’s happening and what it means for Miley.
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The Copyright Fight Over “Flowers”
Bruno Mars and his team say that Miley Cyrus’ song “Flowers” is too much like his 2013 song “When I Was Your Man.”
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Here are the main reasons:
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- Similar Lyrics:
- Miley Cyrus’ lyrics: “I can buy myself flowers / write my name in the sand / talk to myself for hours / say things you don’t understand.”
- Bruno Mars’ lyrics: “I should have bought you flowers / and held your hand / should have given you all my hours / when I had the chance.”
- Same Theme: Both songs talk about love, breakups, and moving on.
- Music Similarities: Experts say that parts of the melody and chords sound alike.
Judge’s Decision: Bad News for Miley Cyrus
On March 18, 2025, a judge said Miley Cyrus cannot stop the case. The lawsuit will continue.
- What the Judge Said: The court explained that copyright rules are shared among the people who helped make the song.
- Who Owns the Song? A company called Tempo Music Investments is part-owner because they bought rights from one of Bruno Mars’ co-writers, Philip Lawrence.
Now, Miley Cyrus must go to court and prove that “Flowers” is original.
“Flowers” Was a Huge Hit, But Now Faces Trouble
Even with this lawsuit, “Flowers” was a massive success:
- Big Hit: The song was number one on music charts worldwide.
- Grammy Winner: “Flowers” won Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance at the 2023 Grammy Awards.
- Fans Love the Song: Many people believe “Flowers” is about Miley’s ex-husband Liam Hemsworth. This made the song even more popular.
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What Will Happen Next?
Miley Cyrus and her legal team have to prove in court that “Flowers” is different from Bruno Mars’ song.
- Court Battle: They will bring evidence to show the song is original.
- Music Industry Impact: The case may affect future music copyright rules.
- Public Opinion: This lawsuit might change how fans see Miley Cyrus.
FAQ: Common Questions
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Why is Miley Cyrus being sued?
Because some people believe her song “Flowers” copies Bruno Mars’ song “When I Was Your Man.”
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What did the court say?
The judge said the case will continue, and Miley Cyrus must defend her song in court.
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Who is Tempo Music Investments?
A company that owns part of the copyright for “When I Was Your Man.”
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Did Miley Cyrus win a Grammy for “Flowers”?
Yes! She won two Grammy Awards in 2023.