Denial of Maryam Heydarzadeh’s Claim of Theft by Shadmehr and Mehsti: The Full Story

Denial of Maryam Heydarzadeh’s Claim of Theft by Shadmehr and Mehsti: The Full Story

Recently, the world of Persian music has been stirred by a controversy involving famed lyricist Maryam Heydarzadeh, who accused singers Shadmehr Aghili and Mehsti of stealing her work. This allegation quickly spread across social media, raising questions about the relationship between artists and songwriters. However, Bahman Babazadeh, a renowned music reporter, denied these claims, stating that Heydarzadeh’s name is indeed included in both the physical and digital versions of Shadmehr and Mehsti’s joint album.

The Origin of the Controversy

This entire dispute began when Maryam Heydarzadeh publicly claimed that Shadmehr Aghili and Mehsti had used her lyrics without proper acknowledgment or compensation. Heydarzadeh, a popular lyricist known for her heartfelt poems and songs, has worked with numerous well-known Iranian singers, including those based in Los Angeles.

Her claim of “theft” quickly garnered attention, with many fans and media outlets weighing in on the situation. According to Heydarzadeh, while her name appeared on the album’s cover, she was not fairly compensated for her work. This allegation prompted a response from Bahman Babazadeh, who refuted the claims.