In a legal triumph for Cardi B, a Texas judge has dismissed a $50 million copyright infringement lawsuit regarding her song “Enough (Miami).” The ruling came on March 30, 2026, just months after the Grammy-winning artist was found not liable in a separate assault and battery case involving her former security guard.
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The lawsuit, which was filed in July 2024 by Texas producers Joshua Fraustro and Miguel Aguilar, alleged that Cardi B had unlawfully copied their track “Greasy Frybread.” The plaintiffs claimed that their song, which gained popularity after being featured in the FX series “Reservation Dogs,” was misappropriated and profited from in Cardi’s song “Enough (Miami).” They argued that the release of Cardi’s song had severely harmed their reputations in the music industry and led to them being blacklisted.
Following the filing of the suit, Cardi’s legal team argued that “Greasy Frybread” lacked copyright protection. They maintained that the plaintiffs attempted to invoke Texas legislation because Cardi had performed multiple shows in the state, but U.S. District Judge Fernando Rodriguez rejected this argument, asserting that any further amendments to the case would be futile.
The plaintiffs had claimed they produced “Greasy Frybread” for rapper Sten Joddi, and they saw its potential grow when it was later promoted with a music video on YouTube. They initially alleged that Cardi had duplicated their work without permission, releasing her track under the title “Enough (Miami)” in March 2024. Cardi’s legal representatives pointed out that the plaintiffs had belatedly realised the importance of copyright registration after their claims were challenged.
Notably, Fraustro and Aguilar managed to secure copyright registration for “Greasy Frybread” on October 31, 2025, a significant delay that came over a year after they initially lodged their lawsuit. This turn of events further undermined their claims and prompted Cardi’s legal team to express confidence in their argument that the plaintiffs lacked a solid foundation for their suit.
Expressing satisfaction with the ruling, Cardi’s attorney, Lisa F. Moore, released a statement highlighting their gratitude towards the court for its careful examination of the issues raised in the case. In stark contrast, the plaintiffs’ legal counsel did not respond to requests for comment concerning the outcome.
This dismissal adds another victory to Cardi B’s record, particularly following a September 2025 verdict where a Los Angeles jury cleared her of legal responsibility in a contentious assault case. In that case, her former security guard, Emani Ellis, had sought an extraordinary $24 million in damages concerning an alleged incident from 2018.
While Cardi continues to navigate her legal landscape, she is currently touring with her “Little Miss Drama Tour,” which is expected to run until April 18, 2026. The dismissal of this lawsuit enables her to focus on her performances and uphold her burgeoning reputation as one of the leading figures in the music industry.
Upcoming events on her tour may now be nested within a more relaxed atmosphere, free from the weight of ongoing legal disputes. Cardi’s path forward appears to be promising, as she continues to carve out her place in the entertainment world amidst exciting projects and public appearances.