The Music Live Reports – On August 13, 2025,

the song Fair Trade by Drake featuring Travis Scott officially surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify, marking Drake’s 25th and Travis Scott’s 7th song to achieve this milestone. However, this impressive achievement has been overshadowed by a heated copyright dispute that has rocked the global rap music scene.

Fair Trade, part of Drake’s 2021 album Certified Lover Boy, has been a fan favorite due to its catchy melody and seamless collaboration between the two artists. The 1 billion stream milestone underscores the song’s enduring appeal, placing it alongside major hits like One Dance and SICKO MODE. But the celebration was short-lived as a contentious battle over songwriting credits erupted.

According to sources, a group of lesser-known music producers claim they contributed key ideas to Fair Trade but were not properly credited as songwriters. They accuse Drake and his team of deliberately downplaying their role to secure a larger share of the song’s profits. Meanwhile, Travis Scott has also been drawn into the controversy, with some alleging he had minimal involvement in the song’s creation, contributing vocals primarily to boost its commercial appeal.

The online community is divided. Some fans support Drake, arguing he was the primary creative force and deserves the lion’s share of credit. Others, including Travis Scott’s fans and the producers, demand transparency and fairness in the allocation of songwriting credits and revenue from the 1 billion streams. The dispute intensified when leaked legal documents revealed ambiguous contract terms between the parties.

As the controversy continues to unfold, this saga has raised broader questions about transparency in the music industry, particularly in the streaming era. Can Drake and Travis Scott resolve this dispute amicably to pave the way for future collaborations? Fans and industry observers alike are eagerly awaiting answers.