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Pokemon Singer Sues

Jason Paige, the singer of the immensely catchy Pokemon jingle, doesn't feel that he's been adequately paid. "The Gotta Catch 'Em All" singer has filed suit agains...

Quang Hong, Blogger

May 18, 2000

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Jason Paige, the singer of the immensely catchy Pokemon jingle, doesn't feel that he's been adequately paid. "The Gotta Catch 'Em All" singer has filed suit against a group of companies including Nintendo of America. The suit alleges that Paige was contracted for just a single ad, but that the song has since been used repeatedly in promotional activities throughout North America. Paige and his lawyer estimate that the singing is owed $450,000 in back payment, and with damages are seeking $120 million for his work.

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