Adele, the acclaimed British singer-songwriter, is currently facing legal challenges over allegations of plagiarism concerning her 2015 song “Million Years Ago.” Brazilian composer Toninho Geraes claims that Adele’s track copies the melody of his 1995 samba classic “Mulheres.” A judge in Rio de Janeiro has ordered the removal of “Million Years Ago” from global streaming platforms, instructing Sony Music and Universal Music’s Brazilian branches to cease its distribution under threat of a daily fine. Geraes is seeking financial compensation and recognition as a co-author. Universal Music contends that any melodic similarities are coincidental and constitute a common musical cliché.
In her personal life, Adele was recently seen enjoying a dinner date in West Hollywood with her partner, sports agent Rich Paul, shortly after concluding her Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on November 23. The couple, who have been together since September 2021, appeared happy and coordinated in dark outfits. During her final residency concert, Adele expressed gratitude towards her 12-year-old son Angelo and her partner Paul. Despite finishing her long-running Las Vegas residency, Adele assured her fans she would return to the stage, although uncertain about when.
Additionally, former England football manager Gareth Southgate revealed that he found solace in Adele’s song “Someone Like You” during emotional times, particularly before stepping down after the Euros. Southgate shared that the song’s lyrics resonated with his experiences with the national team.
