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Juice WRLD, the talented rapper who tragically passed away in 2019, continues to leave an indelible mark on the music industry. Despite his untimely demise, his legacy has grown stronger over the past five years. Posthumous releases have become a significant part of his musical journey, with three studio albums bearing his name—more than what was released during his lifetime. However, one of these albums has now become the center of a legal dispute between producer Joshua Jaramillo and Juice WRLD’s estate. Jaramillo alleges that he has not received the royalties owed to him for the 2021 song “Girl of My Dreams.”
The Controversial Song
“Girl of My Dreams” appeared on Juice WRLD’s album Fighting Demons and featured BTS star Suga. Released as a promotional single, the track climbed to number 29 on the Billboard Hot 100. Joshua Jaramillo is credited as a songwriter alongside Juice WRLD, but court documents reveal that he is still awaiting payment. According to Jaramillo, he worked on the song in exchange for 1% of the royalties and 5% ownership of the rights. Despite reaching out to the rapper’s estate multiple times, he has not received a satisfactory response. His attempts to ascertain the song’s earnings have been met with silence
Legal Battle and Unspecified Damages
Joshua Jaramillo has taken legal action against Juice WRLD’s estate, seeking unspecified damages. Additionally, he demands access to the accounting records related to “Girl of My Dreams.” The posthumous releases from Juice WRLD’s estate have sparked intense debate among fans. Some believe that the rapper would have preferred to keep unreleased music private, while others eagerly anticipate hearing the material he was working on before his passing. In a statement addressing the decision to release posthumous albums, the estate emphasized that Juice WRLD left behind an extensive catalog of music, ensuring that fans would have new songs to enjoy for years to come.
More Music on the Horizon
Despite the legal complications brought about by Joshua Jaramillo’s lawsuit, Juice WRLD’s estate remains committed to sharing more of his music. The upcoming album, The Party Never Ends, will be the rapper’s sixth overall and fourth posthumous release. Teased since 2021, the album is rumored to feature a collaboration with Eminem. Fans may recall that Juice WRLD and Eminem previously joined forces on the track “Godzilla.”
As the legal battle unfolds, Juice WRLD’s legacy continues to resonate, and fans eagerly await the next chapter in his musical journey.
About the Author: Elias Andrews is a music writer at HotNewHipHop. He joined the site in 2024, covering a wide range of topics, including pop culture, film, sports, and, of course, hip-hop. His favorite artists include Andre 3000, MF Doom, pre-808s Kanye West, and Tyler, The Creator. While he loves L.A. hip-hop, he’s not a fan of L.A. sports teams. Elias’s first album purchase was Big Willie Style by Will Smith, which he still considers a pretty good listen.
