What is the Reason for Bad Bunny’s Girlfriend Suing Him for $40 Million? Everything You Need to Know is Right Here!

By Aditi Deshinge On Mar 24, 2023

Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is a Puerto Rican rapper, singer, and songwriter. He was born on March 10, 1994, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and began his music career in 2015 by uploading songs to SoundCloud.

Bad Bunny's rise to fame began in 2017 when he collaborated with Puerto Rican singer Ozuna on the song “La Modelo,” which became a hit in Latin America and the United States. He gained even more recognition in 2018 with the release of his debut studio album “X 100pre,” which featured collaborations with well-known artists such as Drake and Diplo.

Bad Bunny's music combines elements of trap, reggaeton, and Latin trap. He is known for his distinctive vocal style, which features a mix of rapping and singing. His lyrics often touch on topics such as love, heartbreak, and social issues, and he has been praised for his willingness to tackle controversial subjects in his music.

In addition to his music career, Bad Bunny has also made several appearances in film and television. He has appeared in the films “Narcos: Mexico” and “Bad Boys for Life,” as well as on the television show “Saturday Night Live.”

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Bad Bunny’s Ex-Girlfriend Files $40 Million Lawsuit Against the Rapper –

Bad Bunny, who made headlines earlier this year for his alleged romance with Kardashian star Kendall Jenner, is back in the spotlight, but for a different reason. The Puerto Rican rapper and singer is in legal trouble.

Carliz De La Cruz Hernandez, his ex-girlfriend, has filed a lawsuit against him for using her voice in two of his songs before he became famous.

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Yes, you read that correctly! Given the singer's fame, the rapper's ex is seeking at least $40 million in restitution

According to the lawsuit, the singer used Carliz's voice in his “Pa Ti” song, which has over 355 million views on YouTube, and “Dos Mil 16” song, which has over 60 million views. The lawsuit also claimed that the two songs were used for promotions, records, and global concerts without her permission. Carliz has also sued ‘Noah Kamil Assad Byrne,' Bad Bunny's manager.

According to the lawsuit, in May 2022, a representative for Bad Bunny approached her and offered her $2,000 to purchase the recording of her song, claiming that the recording would be used in the singer's upcoming song.

The deal, however, was never completed, and the songs were published without her permission.

Carliz De La Cruz Hernandez is Bad Bunny's ex-

In 2011, Bad Bunny and Carliz began dating. A year later, the two began classes at the University of Puerto Rico. The couple also worked at an Arecibo grocery store. According to the lawsuit, Bad Bunny would consult with her before writing songs.

He proposed to her in 2016, and they planned to marry in July of that year. However, Bad Bunny signed with Rimas Entertainment in April 2016, and the two split up in May 2016.

For Five Years, Bad Bunny and Hernández Were Together –

According to reports, the former couple began dating in 2011 while attending the same university and working at the same supermarket. Bunny was still trying to make it big at the time. According to court documents, he used to show his songs to his girlfriend and solicit her feedback.

The couple decided to marry in 2016, but they divorced the following year. They rekindled their romance in 2017, but eventually split up. The lawsuit now claims that Hernández's “distinguished voice” was used without her permission.

“Since then, thousands of people have directly commented on Carliz's social media networks, as well as every time she goes out in public, about the ‘Bad Bunny, baby.' This has caused, and continues to cause, De La Cruz to feel worried, anguished, intimidated, overwhelmed, and anxious,” according to the legal document.

Representatives for the Rapper in 2022, an Offer to Purchase the Recording Rights Was Made –

Hernández's lawyers claim that in May 2022, she was contacted by one of Bunny's representatives with an offer to purchase the rights to the ‘Bad Bunny Baby' recording for $2000. The offer was made just a few days before the singer's album, Un Verano Sin Ti, was released.

“During that call, [the representative] said, ‘I know you don't like to talk about Voldemort [referring to Martnez], but I have a question for you,'” the lawyer revealed. Hernández, on the other hand, rejected the deal. The album debuted at the top of the US Billboard 200 chart and was nominated for album of the year at the 2023 Grammys.

According to the lawsuit, the use of the recording should be considered “gross negligence, bad faith, and, worse yet, an attack on her privacy, morals, and dignity.” Representatives for Bad Bunny have yet to comment on the situation.

What is Career History of Bad Bunny?

Bad Bunny (real name Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio) is a Puerto Rican singer, rapper, and songwriter who has gained worldwide popularity for his music in recent years. He was born on March 10, 1994, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and started his music career in 2015 by uploading his songs on SoundCloud.

In 2016, he gained wider recognition with his debut single “Diles” featuring Ozuna, J Balvin, and Arcángel. The song became a hit in Latin America and earned him a record deal with DJ Luian's record label, Hear This Music.

Bad Bunny's breakthrough came in 2017 with the release of his single “Soy Peor,” which went viral and helped him gain a massive following on social media. He followed it up with several other successful singles such as “Tu No Metes Cabra,” “Chambea,” and “Amorfoda.”

In 2018, Bad Bunny released his debut studio album, “X 100pre,” which received critical acclaim and was a commercial success. The album features collaborations with several notable artists such as Drake, Diplo, and El Alfa.

Bad Bunny has since released several other successful albums and singles, including “YHLQMDLG,” “El Último Tour Del Mundo,” and “Mía” featuring Drake. He has also collaborated with other popular musicians such as Cardi B, J Balvin, and Rosalía.

Bad Bunny's music is known for blending genres such as Latin trap, reggaeton, and hip-hop, and for its socially conscious lyrics that address topics such as mental health, identity, and social justice. He has won several awards, including two Latin Grammy Awards and three Billboard Latin Music Awards.

Conclusion –

It appears that Carliz De La Cruz Hernandez has filed a lawsuit against Bad Bunny for allegedly using a recording of her catchphrase without her permission. Hernandez claims that she recorded the catchphrase on a voice note app in a bathroom in 2015 and sent it to Bunny, whom she was dating at the time.

The recording appeared in the rapper's 2017 single Pa Ti and again in his 2022 song Dos Mil 16. Hernandez is seeking $40 million in damages from Bunny for using her recording without her consent. It remains to be seen how the legal proceedings will unfold.