Lawsuit Over 'Bury Me a G': Singer Demands Royalties from Tupac's Estate

A 1993 studio recording is occupying the courts: in late June 2017, it became known that Natasha Walker is suing Tupac’s estate. Walker was a member of the R&B group Y?N-Vee and sang backing vocals on Bury Me a G; she is credited on the track. The song appeared on the album Strictly 4 My N.I.G.G.A.Z..

Four-Year Deadline Versus Ongoing Revenue

According to documents reviewed by TMZ, she claims that she and Tupac agreed in 1993 that the song was a joint project and that half of it belonged to her. She is demanding royalties, damages, and attorney’s fees. The legal action faces a hurdle: in California, contract claims expire after four years. Her attorney argues nevertheless that the song continues to generate money for the estate to this day, which is why Walker is entitled to payment.

It is one of several lawsuits surrounding the estate this year (see also Estate sues dealers). The sources reviewed do not mention a ruling.