Beyonce has apparently removed a sample of the 2003 Kelis song Milkshake from her song Energy, following criticism from Kelis over the sample.
The song Energy – from the latest album Renaissance from Beyonce, 40 – had revised versions on Tidal and Apple as of Tuesday, according to Rolling Stone. At one point, a glitch occurred on Tidal, with just the isolated vocals featured and almost two minutes of silence.
According to Entertainment Weekly, the version of Energy featuring the Kelis sample remained the same on the Spotify version as of Tuesday.
The latest: Beyonce, 40, has removed a sample of the 2003 Kelis song Milkshake from her song Energy, following criticism from Kelis, 42, over the sample
The 2003 hit from Kelis was penned by Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo (formerly known as The Neptunes), who both were credited on the Beyonce track, though Kelis wasn’t. Beyonce’s website indicated that the samples used on the track were interpolated, altering the existing sound for a new song.
Kelis last week accused Beyonce of ‘theft’ for allegedly using a sample of a track off her 2003 album Tasty on her new album without permission.
The performer, 42, didn’t hold back after discovering that the superstar, 40, used a short section from her song, Milkshake, on her forthcoming track, Energy, alongside the rest of the world.
After a fan account for the two-time Grammy nominee posted about the news, Kelis commented that she was shocked by the song credit and angered not to have any advance notice.
Startling: The Milkshake singer, 42, didn’t hold back after discovering that the superstar, 40, used a a short section from her song, Get Along With You, on her forthcoming track, Energy, alongside the rest of the world; seen in 2022
In shock: After a fan account for the two-time Grammy nominee posted about the news, Kelis commented that she was shocked by the song credit and angered not to have any advance notice
‘My mind is blown too because the level of disrespect and utter ignorance all 3 parties involved is astounding,’ she said. ‘I heard about this the same way everyone else did. Nothing is ever as it seems, some of the people in this business have no soul or integrity and they have everyone fooled.’
In response to one comment that Beyonce clearly admires her work, Kelis replied: ‘Admire is not the word.’
When another expressed excitement about them working together, the mom-of-two, who was writing under her celebrity chef account @bountyandfull, claimed: ‘It’s not a collab it’s theft.’
Kelis later took to Instagram calling the track Milkshake ‘one of the most licensed records of our generation.’
She added: ‘I am a creator , I’m an innovator, I have done more then left my mark on an era of music and style that will go down in history. But there are [bullies] and secrets and gangsters in this industry that smile and get away with it until someone says enough is enough. So I’m saying it today. I’m coming for what’s mine and I want reparations. Peace.’
Previously Kelis fans called out Beyonce for ‘ripping off’ Ring the Alarm from Caught out There.
Beyonce’s upcoming record will be the seventh she has produced over her much-celebrated career.
Kelis said, ‘My mind is blown too because the level of disrespect and utter ignorance all 3 parties involved is astounding’
Kelis had described the use of her work and process as ‘ridiculous’
She also penned a lengthy statement that was shared on her Instagram account, in which she noted that the recording process was thoroughly enjoyable.
‘Creating this album allowed me a place to dream and to find escape during a scary time for the world. It allowed me to feel free and adventurous in a time when little else was moving,’ she stated.
Beyonce added: ‘My intention was to create a safe place, a place without judgment. A place to be free of perfectionism and overthinking. A place to scream, release, feel freedom. It was a beautiful journey of exploration.’
She concluded by writing: ‘I hope you find joy in this music. I hope it inspires you to release the wiggle. Ha! And to feel as unique, strong, and sexy as you are.’
‘Creating this album allowed me a place to dream and to find escape during a scary time for the world. It allowed me to feel free and adventurous in a time when little else was moving,’ Beyonce stated
Beyonce concluded by writing: ‘I hope you find joy in this music. I hope it inspires you to release the wiggle. Ha! And to feel as unique, strong, and sexy as you are.’
The performer’s new album consists of 16 songs, and she collaborated with figures such as Nile Rodgers, Grace Jones and Drake during its recording process.
Renaissance’s first single, Break My Soul, was previously released to the public on June 20.
The hitmaker worked with several artists, including Big Freedia and her husband, Jay-Z, to produce the track.
The song has since received widespread critical acclaim from many music critics.
Beyonce initially teased that she was working on new music during an interview with Harper’s Bazaar last August.
During the sit-down with the media outlet, the Drunk In Love singer expressed that her recording process had been particularly arduous.
‘I’ve been in the studio for a year and a half. Sometimes it takes a year for me to personally search through thousands of sounds to find just the right kick or snare,’ she said.
Beyonce then confirmed that she still loved making music and that she was happy to be working on new material.
She expressed: ‘After 31 years, it feels just as exciting as it did when I was nine years old. Yes, the music is coming!’
The highly anticipated record, which was scheduled to be released at midnight on Thursday, can be found online and CDs are already being sold in Europe, according to Variety.
The album was leaked on Wednesday.
Sharing a taste: Renaissance’s first single, Break My Soul, was previously released to the public on June 20
The latest: Beyonce took to social media last month to share another teaser for her imminent album release
