Have you seen the Barbie movie? If not, you must have heard about it or seen something. It’s a global hype.

I watched flocks of people, mostly dressed in pink, at the box office. And I know which movie they wanted to watch.

But if you saw it, did you wonder why the Aqua song from the 1990s Barbie Girl was only played for seconds and not used as a significant theme song?

In the grand picture of pop culture, a few pieces have captured the imagination quite like Aqua’s Barbie Girl. What began as a catchy tune quickly spiraled into a whirlwind of legal battles. Yes, it ended up at the United States Supreme Court. Music in the courtroom. That’s nice. This strange and true story not only offers a great glimpse into the complexities of intellectual property but it also underscores its importance.

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