Rabat - Gad El Maleh is being accused of plagiarism. The Franco-Moroccan comedian released his newest song entitled "Dance de la Joie Lalala" on June 29th and has since gone viral, amassing over 400K views in three days.
However, El Maleh has been accused of ripping off the melody and the rhythm of the song from Said Mouskir's hit song "Mama."
A number of Moroccans and news outlets are pointing to similarities between Gad El Maleh's song and "Mama", released in 2005 by Moroccan singer and actor Said Mouskir.
Contacted by French-speaking newspaper Aujourd'hui Le Maroc, Moroccan singer and actor Said Mouskir said that he is disappointed, adding that he will resort to justice.
"I find it outrageous that an artist the caliber of Gad El Maleh plagiarizes my work and effort without even bothering to consult me or mention my name," Mouskir told ALM. "We will endeavor to make our voices heard; we will not stand idly by."
Said Mouskir: "Mamma Mamma"
Gad Elmaleh: "Danse de la joie (Lalala)"
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