Sam Smith and Normani seek dismissal of copyright lawsuit for "Dancing With a Stranger"

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Sam Smith and Normani are again asking a judge to dismiss the copyright lawsuit over their song "Dancing With a Stranger." The musicians' legal team argues the case has a "fatal defect" and lacks evidence of copying, citing similarities that are common in popular music. A federal judge will consider the motion in August, potentially sending the case to trial or dismissing it.


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