LOS ANGELES—British singer-songwriter James Blake officially demanded his credit be removed from Ye’s latest album, Bully, this week. Blake stated the final version of the track “THIS ONE HERE” was not what he created. He clarified the recording was not made in this lifetime. Sources close to the musician suggested Blake believed his contribution was an “astral projection.” It reportedly manifested during a past-life regression therapy session.
A Melodic Haunting
Blake reportedly underwent the therapy last Tuesday. He intended to address a persistent craving for artisanal sourdough. Instead, he apparently hummed a mournful synth line. That melody found its way onto Ye’s album. “We were exploring his pre-Victorian existence as a particularly moody lighthouse keeper,” explained Dr. Evelyn Finch, Lead Director of Trans-Temporal Harmony at the Institute for Esoteric Acoustics. “Suddenly, he started improvising a chord progression. It sounded exactly like the one on Bully. It was truly bizarre.” Dr. Finch noted that Blake immediately expressed concern over potential intellectual property theft from his previous incarnations. He specifically requested his past-life rights be protected.
Ye’s camp has yet to respond to the unique request for James Blake credit removed. Insiders suggest Ye views the situation as a “cosmic collaboration.” This is not the first time Blake and Ye have worked together. They collaborated on tracks over a decade ago. Blake also appeared on Vultures 1. The new album, Bully, has drawn considerable attention for its unconventional production. This latest controversy only adds to its mystique.
Spectral Sound Engineering
Music industry experts are grappling with the legal ramifications. “This case sets a precedent for spectral sound engineering,” stated Bartholomew ‘Barty’ Crouch, Esq., Head of Paranormal IP Law at Whispers & Wails Legal Group. “How do you prove a melody was conceived before birth? And what about royalties for a soul’s previous artistic endeavors?” Crouch suggested a team of clairaudient forensic audio engineers might be needed. They would confirm the melody’s true origin. “We are in uncharted legal territory,” he added. “The concept of ‘ghost production’ has taken on a whole new meaning.” The industry is watching closely. This could impact all future spiritual collaborations.
Blake’s management team confirmed they are exploring all options. This includes commissioning an independent psychic audit of the track. They aim to unequivocally establish the melody’s metaphysical genesis. They reiterated Blake’s stance. He wants his name removed from Bully unless his past self is properly compensated. You can find more on the complex history of their collaborations here.
At press time, Ye reportedly contacted a medium to ascertain which of his own past lives might have secretly co-produced the album.
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