Jason Derulo has since called the artists’ accusations “completely false and hurtful.”
Emaza Gibson, 25, signed a recording contract under Derulo’s Atlantic Records label Future History Inc. in August 2021. In 2022, the label reportedly dropped Gibson after she denied sexual advances from the “ Whatcha Say.”
Gibson filed his 36-page complaint against Derulo, 34, in Los Angeles Superior Court on Thursday. He claimed that Derulo “maliciously” promised him success and then denied Gibson’s requests related to recording his album.
According to Gibson, she began to believe that her time with Future History Inc. would not continue after she “refused to drink and have sex” with him.
While recording music with Derulo, Gibson alleged that the singer told him that if he wanted to be successful in the music industry, he would have to have “goat skin and fish scales.” The saying is a Haitian reference to performing sexual rituals, sacrificing a goat, and consuming cocaine.
In an interview with NBC News and reported by People, Gibson stated that he had to search online for what the reference meant and that he was “trying to find and make sense of what it was.”
Additionally, she alleges that Derulo “constantly” pressured her to drink alcohol with him while recording. After Gibson explained to Derulo that she wasn’t “a drinker,” he “assured” her in addition to her that he would call her an Uber home.
In total, the singer alleged seven complaints against the defendants, including quid pro quo sexual harassment, sexual harassment, failure to prevent and/or remediate harassment, retaliation, intimidation and violence, breach of contract and breach of good faith.
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In a statement, Gibson’s attorney said: “Mr. Derulo’s behavior towards this young artist was despicable. Not only did he break promises and breach contracts, but his threats of physical harm and unconscionable sexual advances toward this young woman who is simply trying to break into the industry were outrageous and illegal.”
In a statement shared with PeopleA representative for Derulo denied Gibson’s allegations in his complaint.
“These claims are completely false and hurtful,” the statement said. “I oppose all forms of harassment and remain committed to supporting people who pursue their dreams. “I strive to live my life in a way that has a positive impact, which is why I am deeply offended by these defamatory accusations.”
According to Gibson’s complaint, the singer received medical care to address “breakdowns, weight loss, insomnia, mood swings, hopelessness, loss of motivation,” as well as “feelings of betrayal and deception.”
In addition to attorney costs, Gibson is seeking damages covering unpaid wages, lost income, emotional distress and medical expenses. The singer is also seeking a jury trial for her allegations.
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