Chris Brown sued by songwriter for unpaid royalties on hit songs 'Monalisa' and 'Sensational'

Chris Brown sued by songwriter for unpaid royalties on hit songs 'Monalisa' and 'Sensational'

Chris Brown Hit With Lawsuit Over Unpaid Royalties From 'Sensational' and 'Mona Lisa'

Chris Brown is facing fresh legal heat after a songwriter filed a lawsuit accusing the R&B superstar of cutting him out of both credit and compensation on two hit records, “Monalisa” and “Sensational.” LONDON, ENGLAND – JULY 11: R&B singer Chris Brown arrives at Southwark Crown Court on July 11, 2025 in London, England. The R&B singer is facing charges of causing grievous bodily harm with intent after he allegedly attacked music producer Abraham…

Chris Brown Sued By Songwriter Over 'Sensational' Royalties

Chris Brown is facing lawsuit from from a co-writer on some of his major hits. Steve Chokpel, co-writer on Chris Brown‘s “Sensational” and “Mona Lisa,” is accusing the singer of failing to pay him royalties for the songs that, he says, generated millions. Chokpel subsequently filed a federal lawsuit with in New York alleging that he was never paid his share of the proceeds. As The Hollywood Reporter notes, the lawsuit alleges that the songs gene…