Houston Woman Sues Ex-Boyfriend Over “Emotional Copyright” of Favorite Song

By Melody Flatline, Music Reporter

HOUSTON, TX – In what legal experts are calling the pettiest lawsuit of the decade, a Houston woman has filed a civil suit against her ex-boyfriend, claiming he has no right to enjoy her favorite song after their breakup.

Clarissa Blevins, 27, alleges that her former partner, Tyler Green, has “irreparably tarnished” her relationship with the hit single “Alien Space Capsule” by indie-electronic band Trypan. “It’s my song,” Blevins declared in an emotional press conference outside the Harris County courthouse. “I loved it first. I showed it to him, and now every time I hear it, I think of him liking it. It’s theft. Emotional theft.”

The Roots of the Conflict

According to court documents, the couple shared the song as “their thing” during their three-year relationship, even making it the soundtrack of a now-infamous road trip to Austin, where they argued over whether Tyler’s mixtape had “enough variety.”

After their breakup in November, Blevins discovered through social media that Green continued to listen to the song, even adding it to his Spotify playlist, Post-Breakup Vibes.

“I felt so betrayed,” Blevins said. “Not only does he still listen to it, but he’s also using it to heal. That’s not what the song is for—it’s about me.”

The Lawsuit

Blevins’s legal team is seeking $10,000 in damages for emotional distress and an injunction requiring Green to cease all playback of “Alien Space Capsule” and delete it from his playlists. “This case isn’t just about a song,” said her attorney, Chase Harmon. “It’s about intellectual and emotional property. You can’t take a song tied to someone else’s soul and keep playing it like it’s yours.”

Defendant Responds

Green, who appeared baffled when reached for comment, denies any wrongdoing. “It’s just a song. I don’t even like it that much anymore,” he said. “Honestly, I only listened to it after the breakup because I forgot to delete the playlist.”

Green’s legal team plans to argue that Blevins has no exclusive claim to the song, as it is publicly available on streaming platforms. “Our client has every right to enjoy niche electronic tracks with weird alien vibes,” said Green’s attorney, Laura Hayes.

Expert Opinions

Musicologists and legal scholars have been divided on the case. Dr. Sylvia Noteworthy of the Houston Music Institute believes the lawsuit could set a dangerous precedent. “If we allow people to claim emotional ownership over songs, half the population would sue over ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit.’”

However, relationship therapist Dr. Vera Tunez has a different take. “Sharing music in a relationship creates a deep emotional bond. This is less about the song and more about unresolved feelings. That said, suing someone over Spotify habits is a bit extreme.”

Public Reactions

The case has sparked heated debate online, with hashtags like #SongRights and #LetTylerListen trending on social media. Some sympathize with Blevins, arguing that breakup etiquette should include forfeiting rights to shared music. Others have sided with Green, calling the lawsuit “absurdly Gen Z.”

“I mean, if we’re banning exes from listening to music, what’s next?” tweeted user @AngryTexan78. “Do I have to give up my favorite barbecue joint because my ex liked brisket?”

Closing Arguments

The trial is set to begin next month, with Blevins pushing for justice and Green just hoping to move on. Meanwhile, “Alien Space Capsule” has seen a 400% increase in streams since the news broke, prompting Trypan to tweet: “We don’t know what’s happening in Houston, but we’re here for it. Also, thanks for the streams!”

As for Blevins, she’s already declared she’s moved on to a new favorite song: “Don’t You Dare Play This” by Sad Bangers Club. Tyler has reportedly already added it to his playlist.