A lawsuit against Asala

The composer Helmi Baker has filed a lawsuit against the famous Syrian artist Asala Nasri for singing the song “Ma Qoltilish Min Al Awel Leh” (Why didn’t you tell me from the beginning).

• Baker claims that he composed the song 14 years ago and Asala has no right to sing and perform the song without his consent.
• Asala remixed the song, making only minor changes, said Baker.
• Asala initially performed the song in 1998 with an orchestra and now she is singing it with local groups without his consent, said Baker.
•  On other grounds, Asala will participate with the Algerian artist Shab Khaled in a musical event in Las Vegas.  All proceeds from the event will be donated to Arab children in need of medical care.
• “I am happy to be part of giving to the future generations that will lead the world one day,” said Asala.