Copyright Dispute Resolved as Gospel Singer Victory Boyd Drops Case Against Travis Scott, SZA and Future

A copyright dispute involving Travis Scott, SZA, and Future has come to an end. Gospel singer Victory Boyd has withdrawn her lawsuit against the three artists, according to filings made public on Wednesday, June 3.

Boyd had initiated legal action the previous year, contending that the 2023 track "Telekinesis" drew from her unreleased 2019 demo titled "Like the Way It Sounds," which she created alongside Kanye West. The artists maintained they had done nothing improper, and despite a federal judge declining to dismiss the case two months prior, Boyd has now chosen to move forward differently.

In a statement released through her attorney Keith White, Boyd explained her decision to step back from the legal proceedings. White noted that Boyd underwent "an internal spiritual process" before reaching her conclusion. He also clarified that Boyd has maintained co-writing credit on "Telekinesis" and continues to receive publishing royalties from the track, with no additional damages being sought.

"After some internal reflection, Victory decided to forgive Travis Scott and move past a legal process that felt like it was draining her creatively and spiritually. Victory is moving forward to focus on her art, her ministry and her life. She sends her blessings to all of the parties in the case and is excited to move forward," White stated.

The track was initially considered for inclusion on West's albums Jesus Is King and Donda, projects on which Travis appeared. West reportedly provided the song to Travis for his own use. West was never named as a defendant in the case.

No settlement amount was disclosed in the court documents.