Eminem’s music publishing company, Eight Mile Style, has filed a $109 million lawsuit against Meta Platforms, alleging unauthorized use of 243 of the rapper’s songs on Instagram Reels and other Meta-owned platforms. The lawsuit, filed on May 30, 2025, claims that Meta unlawfully stored, reproduced, and exploited Eminem’s music without proper licensing.
According to the complaint, Meta’s platforms facilitated widespread unauthorized use of Eminem’s music by users, contributing to significant financial losses and diminishing the value of his copyrights. Eight Mile Style is seeking damages of $150,000 per song, totaling over $109 million.
The lawsuit also highlights that Meta attempted to obtain proper licenses via Audiam, Inc., but Eight Mile Style did not authorize access, exacerbating the infringement claims. Although some content was removed following prior complaints, the lawsuit claims Meta continued to store and reproduce unauthorized copies.
This legal action underscores growing concerns among artists regarding copyright protection in the era of user-generated content. The case may set important legal precedents for how digital platforms manage copyrighted material.
Meta has yet to comment on the case.