Jonas Brothers‘ “Cool” Faced Allegations of Similarity to Taylor Swift’s “Cruel Summer,” Reportedly Resolved Privately
The Jonas Brothers’ song “Cool” drew accusations of bearing striking resemblances to Taylor Swift’s “Cruel Summer,” leading to a likely, though unconfirmed, out-of-court settlement. Sources indicate Swift,along with her frequent collaborators Jack Antonoff and St. Vincent, were credited on “Cool” following the concerns raised about its melodic and structural parallels to her 2019 hit.
The situation is notably noteworthy given Swift’s vocal advocacy for artists’ rights and fair compensation within the music industry.She has consistently championed equitable artist remuneration and ownership of master recordings, publicly criticizing the controlling practices of record labels-a battle she recently won, securing the rights to her masters by 2025.The alleged similarities between “Cool” and “The Life of a Showgirl” – a song from Swift’s recent album - sparked fan discussion, highlighting the singer’s commitment to protecting creative work.
representatives for all parties involved have not publicly commented on the matter, but reports suggest the issue was resolved discreetly.This incident underscores the ongoing complexities surrounding copyright and musical inspiration in the music world, and the increasing scrutiny artists face regarding originality.
