If you’re trying to figure out why Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber are suddenly in a feud, you’re not alone. After Taylor posted a long letter directed at Justin and his manager, Scooter Braun. It seems like everyone in the music industry has come in to defend one side or the other. While it all seems like it’s a random thing that is happening. So there’s actually a lot behind what sparked it all. Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber are Fighting? Celebs Take Sides in Taylor’s Feud With Scooter Braun: Know Details!
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What happened that led to Taylor writing her letter?
Fans of both artists are very confused over what sparks their drama. But it all leads back to Scooter Braun. Taylor Swift previously sign to Big Machine Records. Before she switched record companies when her contract was up and move to Republic Records. Her new album, Lover, will be her first one under Republic. So which she is also releasing under her own sub-label, Taylor Swift Productions.
On June 30, it announces that Scooter bought Big Machine records for $300 million. Due to Taylor’s previous contract under Big Machine. She currently does not own any of the master rights for any of the songs/albums. She records or releases under that label.
Master rights give the person who owns them. The power to sell the right to the music for a variety of things. Like music samples, use in commercials or TV, or any other projects that may want to use it. Usually, an artist will not own their own master recordings. But will still receive a percentage for every time the rights are sold for a project. Or they are paid overtime as compensation.
Now that Scooter also owns Big Machine records. He now also owns the master rights to all of Taylor‘s music under that label. Usually, an artist is able to buy back their rights under certain circumstances, like a record label being bought out. But Taylor says she wasn’t alerted about the sale and did not get the chance to do so.
What has Taylor said about Scooter?
In a new post on her Tumblr page. Taylor reveals that she has been bullied by Scooter Braun over the years. And was particularly hurt by a post that Justin had on his Instagram page. So the photos feature Scooter and Kanye West, who Taylor has had a feud with for years. On a FaceTime call with Justin with the caption, “Taylor swift what up”. She also wrote that Scooter encourages his artists to bully her over the years.
Like when Kim Kardashian orchestrate an illegal record snippet of a phone call to be a leak. And then Scooter got his two clients together to bully me online about it. (See photo) Or when his client, Kanye West, organize a revenge p*rn music video which strips my body naked. But Now, Scooter strip me of my life’s work, that I wasn’t given an opportunity to buy. Essentially, my musical legacy is about to lie in the hands of someone who try to dismantle it.
Taylor also mentions the previous owner of Big Machine Records. Scott Borchetta, who she says knew about her not-so-great relationship with Scooter. She notes that she didn’t know that Big Machine was being sold prior to the announcement hitting the news. And that she disappoints to hear that despite her constantly talking to Scott about how Scooter treat her. He would still sell him the label and the master rights to her music.
How did Justin respond to all of this?
While Justin not directly involves in all of the drama. He did put up a new post on his Instagram page. Apologizing to Taylor for the photo that he posted years before. He mentions that the post was all his idea. And that Scooter had nothing to do with the screenshot. And the caption that he chose to put up. He also said that Scooter had asked him to take it easy on her.
Justin continues his caption by saying that Scooter has often had her back on things. And that she shouldn’t have posted the post about him in the first place. He also says that he disappoints that she didn’t reach out to them first.
Justin Caption
seems to me like it was to get sympathy u also knew that in posting that your fans would go and bully scooter. Anyway, One thing i know is both scooter. and i love you. I feel like the only way to resolve conflict is through communication. So banter back and fourth online i dont believe solves anything.I’m sure Scooter and i would love to talk to you. and resolve any conflict, pain or. or any feelings that need to be addressed.
Neither scooter or i have anything negative to say about you we truly want the best for you. I usually don’t rebuttal things like this. but when you try and deface someone i loves character thats crossing a line..
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Justin has since gone back to his old post and deleted the caption.
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Has anyone else commented about this?
It seems like everyone in the music industry is taking a side of this feud. Halsey posts a message on her Instagram siding with Taylor on the whole ordeal.
🦋 @taylorswift13 pic.twitter.com/1iI2tCr8my
— h (@halsey) June 30, 2019
Hailey Baldwin
Hailey Baldwin comments on his husband’s Instagram post. With a simple reply, “gentleman,” referring to the way that he handled the situation.
Scooter’s new client Demi Lovato also came to his defence. calling him a “good man” in an Instagram stories post:
no one:
lit no one:
demi lovato: pic.twitter.com/QpJ1S8Fvnd
— yeff; (@selenaforzayn) July 1, 2019
Cara Delevingne
Cara Delevingne later responds to Hailey’s post, calling her out for standing up for Justin. And not trying to understand Taylor’s current situation.
Scooter’s wife, Yael Cohen, called Taylor out for posting her message on Instagram. And says that Taylor actually knew about the sale since her dad is on the board for Big Machine Records. So her dad does not involve in the sale. And didn’t know anything about it since he didn’t want to hide things from Taylor in the first place.
Selena Gomez’s mother
Selena Gomez’s mother, Mandy Teefy, also post a statement on her Instagram account. Saying she is siding with Taylor and encouraging young artists. To know more about what their contracts say before they sign them.
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@Taylorswift I wish I could give you a big hug right now! Thank you for speaking out about this and teaching future young artist about protecting themselves. I don’t understand the pleasure of power plays to simply hurt people!To deny you the option to own your blood, sweat and tears, especially as a young women who shared growing up in front of the world, is heartbreaking!!. @yael I would love to have a mom to mom meeting in private. drink some tea and have some real talk!! XO.
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Todrick Hall
YouTuber Todrick Hall, who works with Taylor in the past. Reveals that he previously manages by Scooter. And called him an “evil person who’s only concern is his wealth and feeding his disgusting ego.”
For those asking, I left Scooter Braun a long time ago…I am saddened by this news, but not shocked. He is an evil person who’s only concern is his wealth and feeding his disgusting ego. I believe he is homophobic & I know from his own mouth that he is not a Swift fan.
— Todrick Hall (@todrick) June 30, 2019
According to fans, several artists have been unfollowing Scooter on social media. Including Rihanna Miley Cyrus, Lana Del Rey, Nicki Minaj, Adelen, and Camilla Cabello.
ARIANA GRANDE, MILEY CYRUS, KATY PERRY, RIHANNA, NICKI MINAJ, IGGY AZALEA, BILLIE EILISH, GWEN STEFANI, LANA DEL REY, CAMILA CABELLO, ADELE, UNFOLLOWED SCOOTER BRAUN ON INSTAGRAM #WeStandWithTaylor pic.twitter.com/R4Aq3n4O5u
— a (@swiftxlover) June 30, 2019
Ariana Grande
Ariana Grande, who manage by Scooter. Delete a post on her Instagram story that congratulates him on the sale.
Ariana Grande just deleted her IG story about congratulating Scooter. pic.twitter.com/0yM8pk9Yh0
— Taylor Swift Facts (@blessedswifty) June 30, 2019
Katy Perry signed a petition asking for Taylor to re-record her music in order to get new rights to them.
Katy Perry just signed the petition for Taylor Swift to re-release her 6 albums : ‘’I stand with you Taylor. Stay strong my friend.’’
Katycats stand with Taylor ❤️
Sign the petition here : https://t.co/155lspw76f#WeStandWithTaylor pic.twitter.com/TLWqg70ERd— KATY PERRY NEWS (@KPInfos_) June 30, 2019
Alessia Cara and Haim post their reactions on their Instagram story. But Alessia’s has since been deleted.
Alessia Cara and The Haim shows support and defend Taylor on her current issue about Scooter buying her masters. pic.twitter.com/YXgLjiKuU7
— Taylor Swift Facts (@blessedswifty) June 30, 2019
Iggy Azelea also respond to the news on Twitter. So Saying that this is something that has been in the works for a while. And Taylor should’ve had the chance to buy her masters ahead of time.
.@IggyAzalea shows her support for @TaylorSwift13 after Billboard published an article claiming Taylor knew about Scooter acquiring Big Machine and her masters. pic.twitter.com/5JRa5Ch5y0
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) June 30, 2019