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Lebohang Morake, the composer of 'The Lion King' music, is suing comedian Learnmore Jonasi for $27 million, alleging that Jonasi mocked and falsely translated the song 'Circle of Life'.
Grammy-winning composer Lebohang Morake is suing comedian Learnmore Jonasi for $27 million over his viral mistranslation of 'The Lion King's' opening chant, with Jonasi now responding to the lawsuit by selling merchandise and collecting donations via GoFundMe.
Lebo M, known for his work on The Lion King, has reportedly filed a lawsuit against comedian Learnmore Jonasi, seeking $27 million in damages over comments made by the comedian.
South African composer Lebo M, known for his work on Disney's "The Lion King," is suing Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi for $27 million, alleging false statements were made about the iconic opening chant.
Lebohang Morake, the Grammy-winning South African composer and singer of 'The Lion King's' iconic opening chant, is suing comedian Learnmore Jonasi for $27 million in damages, alleging his reputation was damaged by the comedian's viral mistranslation of the 'Circle of Life' lyrics and sparking debate on humor versus freedom of speech.
Lebo M claims Learnmore Jonasi defamed him by saying the song's opening chant is Zulu for "Look, there’s a lion. Oh my god.”
Grammy-winning composer Lebohang Morake, known for his work on The Lion King, has filed a $27 million lawsuit against Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi, alleging damage to his reputation from a joke.
Grammy winner seeks more than $20m in damages over mistranslation of The Lion King chant A Grammy-winning South African composer who wrote and performed the opening chant in Circle of Life for…