Cardi B Wins Plagiarism Lawsuit Over Hit Single

Judge dismisses claims Cardi B's 'Enough (Miami)' copied earlier track 'Greasy Frybread'

Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:34am

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A judge has thrown out a lawsuit over Cardi B's 2024 hit single "Enough (Miami)". The suit claimed the singer had copied an earlier track called "Greasy Frybread", but the court ruled on Monday that there are "fatal deficiencies" in the case and dismissed the plagiarism claims.

Why it matters

This ruling is a significant victory for Cardi B, who has faced multiple lawsuits over her music in recent years. The dismissal of this case helps solidify her creative ownership over her hit song and could deter future frivolous plagiarism claims against the popular rapper.

The details

The lawsuit alleged that Cardi B's "Enough (Miami)" copied substantial elements from an earlier track called "Greasy Frybread". However, the judge presiding over the case found that the plaintiff failed to establish a valid copyright claim and demonstrate sufficient similarities between the two songs to prove plagiarism.

  • The lawsuit was filed in March 2026.
  • The judge dismissed the case on March 31, 2026.

The players

Cardi B

A Grammy-winning rapper known for hit singles like "Bodak Yellow" and "WAP".

Greasy Frybread

An earlier musical track that the plaintiff claimed Cardi B's "Enough (Miami)" had plagiarized.

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What they’re saying

“The court found fatal deficiencies in the plaintiff's case and rightly dismissed these baseless claims against Cardi.”

— Peter Meister, Cardi B's attorney

The takeaway

This ruling is a victory for creative freedom in the music industry, affirming that artists like Cardi B cannot be sued over minor similarities in their work unless there is clear evidence of substantial copying. It sets an important precedent against frivolous plagiarism lawsuits targeting successful musicians.