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Rapper Drake’s crew denies stealing ‘Janice STFU’ refrain as they declare lawsuit is a cash seize

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Rapper Drake's team denies stealing'Janice STFU' chorus as they claim lawsuit is a money grab

Drake has denied allegations that he copied the refrain of “Janice STFU” from producer Aviel Calev Hirschfield, who has filed a lawsuit towards the rapper. According to court docket paperwork obtained by TMZ, Hirschfield, professionally referred to as Avi, alleges that he recorded the hook in January 2026 and despatched it to producers who had labored with Drake.

He claims the tune launched by Drake in May contained the identical lyrics and melody. Hirschfield mentioned he equipped timestamped audio recordsdata to help his declare however was refused songwriting credit score or a share of the income. A consultant for Drake rejected the allegations.

“These allegations are categorically, unequivocally, and completely denied. There is not one iota of truth to these accusations,” the consultant advised TMZ. The consultant described the lawsuit, filed on Friday, as a “manufactured and baseless attempt” to make use of Drake’s identify and success to acquire cash and publicity.

“Drake wrote this song and has no connection or knowledge of this person full stop,” the consultant added. The allegations haven’t been decided by a court docket.

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