In a comment on TikTok, Tima Pages, a 2023 graduate of Berklee College of Music and talented creator on TikTok, has publicly acknowledged that Megan Boni aka TikToker Girl On Couch, producers Billen Ted, and Virgin Records have committed intellectual property theft. Following a slew of comments on her TikTok pointing out how her idea has been taken by the guilty parties and officially, released, Pages alleges that her original creation, which gained viral success on TikTok, has been used without her consent, credit, or compensation.
Pages shared a unique blend of “Like a G6” with Megan Boni’s vocals “I’m looking for a guy in finance, with a trust fun, 6’5”, blue eyes…” on TikTok. The clip quickly went viral with Megan’s support amassing 1.2m views and generating 25,000 videos, showcasing her distinct production skills and innovative concept. However, it wasn’t long before Pages noticed a troubling development.
Girl On Couch, in collaboration with producers Billen Ted and Virgin Records, re-created her sonic idea into a fully produced track. This track, which mirrors Pages’ original creation, was released by Virgin Records without any acknowledgment or remuneration to Pages. Adding to the controversy, advertising has been purchased against Pages’ original sound, directing traffic to the new version and monetizing her intellectual property without her involvement.
Pages should demand immediate public acknowledgment as the original creator, financial compensation in the form of a substantial share of profits from the track, and the cessation of misleading advertising that fails to credit her work. Failing this, Pages should to pursue all available legal remedies, including filing for damages and seeking injunctive relief.
This case highlights the growing concerns over intellectual property rights in the digital age, particularly on platforms like TikTok, where original content can easily be appropriated and monetized by others. Pages’ situation serves as a cautionary tale for content creators about the potential risks of sharing their work online without robust protections.
The accused parties, including Girl On Couch, Billen Ted, and Virgin Records, have yet to publicly respond to these allegations. The outcome of this dispute could set a significant precedent for how intellectual property rights are managed and respected in the music industry and on social media platforms.