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13:00 on June 16 2009

Yusuf Backs Off Claims Coldplay Violated His Copyright With “Viva”

Rolling Stone — After accusing Coldplay for ripping off his 1973 song “Foreigner Suite” with their own Grammy-winning “Vida la Vida,” Yusuf, or Cat Stevens as he was once known, ... more info

13:02 on June 16 2009

Cat Stevens Forgives Coldplay

Stereogum — Don't worry Coldplay, you did copy "Foreigner's Sweet" with "Viva La Vida" but Yusuf forgives you and -- just to show there's no hard feelings -- you're invited to the Is... more info

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