Dec 14, 2023 – In a startling revelation that echoes through the corridors of the music industry, Freddie Mac, a seasoned musician and songwriter, steps into the spotlight with claims of a 20-year-old agreement with Andre 3000. This agreement, according to Freddie Mac, involves promised payment for his significant contributions to two compositions on Andre 3000’s album. The revelation peels back the layers of a collaboration that unfolded at Stank Studios in Atlanta back in 2003.
Freddie Mac vividly recounts the events of his collaboration with Andre 3000, sharing that he was summoned to Atlanta to lend his talents to guitar arrangements and songwriting. During this period, Freddie Mac closely collaborated with Andre 3000 on a song titled “Longway,” where he asserts his musical expertise played a pivotal role in elevating the composition.
“He had me play guitar, and he played me what he had – a song called ‘Longway.’ I took that and flipped it around, providing the correct chords and matching them with music theory,” Freddie Mac explained.
However, the collaboration didn’t end there. Freddie Mac alleges that Andre 3000 found inspiration in his original compositions, particularly in his rendition of “Hey Joe” by Jimi Hendrix. Seeking authenticity, Freddie Mac suggested reworking the chords of “Hey Joe,” resulting in a distinctive composition that would later become a crucial part of Andre 3000’s album.
“I said, ‘Let’s take it and flip it.’ I changed the chords and made it authentic, adding my touch to it. That’s what made it special,” Freddie Mac stated.
As their collaboration progressed, Freddie Mac claims that the turning point occurred when he played another original composition, titled “Time,” and broached the topic of compensation for his contributions to the album.
“I said, ‘Hey man, you want to get paid on the album?’ He liked both of the songs I played, but he didn’t understand that I had already written those songs. He didn’t know that I had written them,” Freddie Mac revealed.
Fast forward 20 years, and Freddie Mac asserts that he has not received the compensation he believes he is owed for his contributions to the album. In an era where the music industry grapples with evolving dynamics, Freddie Mac seeks acknowledgment and justice for his role in the creation of these compositions.
Freddie Mac’s case adds another layer to the ongoing legal battles over song credits and royalties within the music industry. It prompts a broader conversation about the fairness and transparency in collaborations between artists, as musicians navigate the complexities of attribution and remuneration in an ever-changing landscape.
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