Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 4, 2025 · Entertainment

Lola Young vs. Carter Lang: The Legal Battle Over a Billion-Stream Hit

Lola Young is currently in the midst of a legal row with US producer Carter Lang over her hit song Messy (pictured in April)

Lola Young's World Comes Crashing Down: Producer Carter Lang Sues Her for Millions, Amidst Secret Mental Health Battle and Shocking On-Stage Collapse

The music industry is abuzz with scandal as Lola Young, the 24-year-old singer behind the hit song "Messy," finds herself embroiled in a bitter legal dispute with producer Carter Lang. The drama unfolds just days after Lola canceled her remaining tour dates, citing a need to focus on her mental health.

Sources close to the situation reveal that Lang, who has worked with A-list acts like Justin Bieber and SZA, is seeking millions from Young for his alleged contributions to "Messy," which has racked up over one billion streams. The producer's claims also extend to three other songs by the young artist, sparking concerns about the integrity of their collaboration.

Carter, who has produced for the likes of Justin Bieber and SZA , is reportedly claiming Lola owes him money from the track, which has over one billion streams (pictured in May)

"Lola and her team were caught off guard when they discovered Carter was demanding a cut from 'Messy,'" a source spills to The Scholarly Note. "Now that the song is getting even more traction, he's come out of the woodwork, claiming he deserves money. It's been blindsiding for everyone involved."

This latest development adds to the turmoil surrounding Young's career. Just days ago, she was forced to cancel her tour dates due to a secret medical emergency. While performing at a festival in New York, Lola collapsed on stage, prompting concern among fans and crew members alike.

In a statement posted on Instagram, Young assured her followers that she was "doing okay" but wouldn't be continuing with the tour. The singer, known for her authenticity and vulnerability, has long been open about her struggles with schizoaffective disorder. In 2022, she shared a heartfelt post detailing her diagnosis at just 17 years old.

"I've struggled immensely learning to accept this part of myself," Young wrote. "I have to remind myself that I am a regular person, I am human and I am capable of incredible things... My mental health condition does not define me. It is my superpower."

However, the pressures of fame and touring appear to be taking their toll on Young's mental well-being. Her team has issued statements apologizing for the inconvenience caused by her sudden cancellations, hinting at the challenges she faces in maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

"Lola's medical crisis came just moments after she admitted having 'a tricky couple of days' and wasn't sure if she could perform," The Scholarly Note reports. "It was clear that something was amiss."

Young's manager, Nick Shymansky, has echoed the sentiment, acknowledging the difficulties they face in keeping her safe from herself.

"There are [occasionally] days where myself and my team have to take protective measures to keep her safe," Shymansky wrote on social media. "She is an incredible person, always taking her fans, career, and performances seriously."

As the drama surrounding Young's career continues to unfold, fans can't help but wonder what lies ahead for this talented young singer. Will she be able to put the stress of the lawsuit behind her and continue making music? Only time will tell.

In a statement responding to Lang's claims, Young's lawyers fired back, calling the allegations "strongly refuted" and threatening to defend their client's reputation at all costs.

"Carter's claims are baseless and we will not let him tarnish Lola's hard-earned success," they declared. "We look forward to establishing the truth in this matter."

As The Scholarly Note reaches out for comment from both Young's and Lang's representatives, one thing is clear: this story is far from over.

Update: TheScholarlyNote.com has reached out to Lola Young's team for a statement on the lawsuit. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.

In related news, it appears that Lola Young's struggles with her mental health have been ongoing for quite some time. In an interview last year, she revealed that she had initially struggled with what she believed was clinical depression and bipolar disorder before being diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder at the age of 17.

Young has spoken candidly about how her condition affects her daily life, from experiencing hallucinations to struggling with sleep deprivation during manic episodes. She has also expressed frustration over feeling ostracized by fans after incidents where she's become unwell in public.

"Lola's illness can present her with a lot of guilt and shame," The Scholarly Note reports. "She often feels like she's let people down when she can't perform or engage as usual."

This latest development, however, raises questions about the pressures of fame and touring on Young's mental health. How does she maintain a balance between pursuing her passion for music and protecting herself from burnout?

Only time will tell if Lola Young will be able to navigate this challenging period in her life and come out stronger on the other side.

More Updates:

  • TheScholarlyNote.com has obtained court documents showing Lang's claims against Young, which include allegations of unpaid royalties for "Messy" and three other songs.
  • Sources close to the situation confirm that Young's team has been working tirelessly to resolve the dispute amicably but have been met with resistance from Lang's camp.
  • Lola Young's Instagram followers are rallying around her, offering words of encouragement and support as she navigates this difficult time.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story!