A copyright lawsuit accusing Drake of copying a song chorus has been withdrawn, just eleven days after it was filed. The songwriter, Aviel Calev Hirschfield, had argued that the chorus of "Janice STFU" was "literally identical" to a demo he had written. The filing does not say why the claim was dropped.
What the withdrawal means
The dismissal was filed without prejudice, which means the case is closed for now but not permanently. Hirschfield keeps the right to bring the same claim again later. Courts and legal observers generally treat a dismissal of this kind as a procedural exit rather than a ruling on the merits, so the withdrawal alone does not establish whether the songs are similar or whether the allegation had any basis.
The core allegation
Hirschfield's complaint centered on the chorus, a section listeners often treat as the most recognizable part of a song. Claims of this type typically depend on comparing the disputed melody, lyrics or structure with the earlier recording or composition, and on showing that the later work had access to the original. The withdrawal notice offers no detail on how either side would have addressed those questions.
Limits of what is known
Because no reason has been stated publicly, readers should avoid assuming why the case ended, whether through a settlement, a change in strategy or a weakness in the evidence. The public record currently confirms only the filing, the allegation and the withdrawal. Any further developments, including a refiled suit, would need to be confirmed through court documents or direct statements from the parties involved.