So you all remember the ‘Shake It Off’ lyric lawsuit right? No you don’t! You’re thinking of the ‘Shake It Off’ lyric lawsuit. But I’m talking about the ‘Shake It Off’ lyric lawsuit. And here’s the news: it’s back!
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