Miley Cyrus Strikes Back: Dismisses Bruno Mars Plagiarism Claims

Pop icon Miley Cyrus is in the spotlight again, not for her music but for a legal drama that’s stirring up the entertainment world. Accused of copying Bruno Mars’ hit When I Was Your Man for her chart-topping single Flowers, Cyrus has officially filed to dismiss the lawsuit—and she’s not holding back.

Tempo’s Bold Claims and Legal Entanglements

Tempo Music Investments, a partial copyright holder of When I Was Your Man, has accused Cyrus of blatant plagiarism, alleging that her Grammy-winning hit borrows heavily from Mars’ 2013 ballad. Tempo cites “numerous melodic, harmonic, and lyrical similarities,” claiming that Flowers couldn’t exist without the DNA of Mars’ song.

However, there’s a twist: Tempo only owns the rights of co-writer Philip Lawrence, not Mars or the other contributors. This technicality has become a focal point for Cyrus’ legal team, who argue that Tempo lacks the standing to sue. “Ownership is fragmented,” her attorneys stated in a motion to dismiss, emphasizing that the claim is on shaky ground.

The Fight for Flowers: A Coincidence or a Clever Rewrite?

Despite the allegations, Cyrus has remained steadfast, pointing to her creative process. In a May 2023 interview with British Vogue, she revealed how Flowers evolved from a melancholy anthem into an empowering self-love statement. The lyrics—“I can buy myself flowers… I can love me better than you can”—have resonated globally, but comparisons to Mars’ “I should’ve bought you flowers” sparked immediate controversy when the song debuted.

The drama raises the question: is this a case of inspiration, coincidence, or calculated artistry? As the legal battle heats up, fans and critics alike are watching closely. One thing’s for sure—Cyrus isn’t backing down, and Flowers remains a cultural phenomenon, lawsuit or not.

Stay tuned as this pop music courtroom saga unfolds.