Mariah Carey Wins Legal Victory and Sanctions in Holiday Song Lawsuit

Mariah Carey received a significant legal win just in time for the holidays.

A judge recently ordered the individuals who sued her over her hit song "All I Want for Christmas Is You" to pay more than $92,000 in sanctions.

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This decision follows the dismissal of a copyright lawsuit filed by Andy Stone and Troy Powers in 2023.

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The judge determined that the lawsuit lacked merit and issued the sanctions to discourage others from filing baseless legal actions in the future.

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In total, the plaintiffs must pay nearly $110,000 to cover various costs and penalties.

The original lawsuit claimed that Mariah Carey copied a 1989 song with the same title.

The plaintiffs sought at least $20 million in damages, arguing that the pop star benefited unfairly from their work.

However, the court found no substantial evidence to support these claims and tossed the case out in March.

This latest ruling targets the legal counsel of the plaintiffs, requiring them to compensate the singer for the time and resources spent defending against the meritless accusations.

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"All I Want for Christmas Is You" remains one of the most successful holiday songs of all time.

Since its release in 1994, it has topped charts globally every December and earned Mariah Carey the title of the "Queen of Christmas."

This legal victory ensures that she can continue to enjoy the success of the track without the burden of this specific legal dispute.

The song generates millions of dollars in royalties each year and remains a staple of holiday playlists around the world.

Mariah Carey has not made a direct statement about the sanctions, but her legal team expressed satisfaction with the court's decision.

The ruling serves as a reminder of the challenges high-profile artists face regarding copyright claims.

As the holiday season reaches its peak, the singer continues to celebrate her legacy with various performances and appearances.

Fans around the world continue to stream the record-breaking song, further cementing its place in music history.