Young Thug has reached a settlement in his long-running lawsuit with music giant AEG (Anschutz Entertainment Group), which claimed the rapper owed millions from a 2017 touring agreement.
The legal battle, which first began in 2020, was recently resolved, with attorneys for both sides confirming a deal had been finalized in federal court on February 14, 2025. However, the terms of the settlement remain undisclosed.
The Origins of the Dispute
The conflict dates back to 2017, when Young Thug reportedly signed a deal with AEG, receiving a $5.25 million loan in exchange for exclusive touring rights. According to AEG, Thug failed to honor the agreement and continued to perform concerts independently, violating their contract. As a result, the company filed a lawsuit in 2020, demanding repayment plus damages.
Legal Battles and Publishing Sale Complications
In 2021, AEG took further legal action after Young Thug sold his publishing rights to Kobalt Music for $16 million. The company argued that since Thug defaulted on his loan, his publishing rights should have been transferred to them as collateral. AEG also claimed control over his Young Stoner Life (YSL) brand, portions of his publishing catalog, and trademark rights associated with his name.
AEG’s Claims Against Young Thug
- Breach of Contract: AEG alleged that Young Thug failed to adhere to their exclusive touring agreement.
- Unauthorized Performances: The rapper reportedly continued booking concerts without AEG’s involvement.
- Publishing Rights Dispute: AEG argued they had rightful ownership over parts of Thug’s catalog due to loan default.
- Legal Delays: The case was postponed after Thug’s arrest in the YSL RICO case, but resumed after his release.
Young Thug’s RICO Case and Jewelry Recovery
The lawsuit saw delays as Young Thug was arrested in 2022 as part of a high-profile RICO case against his YSL collective. However, after his release from jail in October 2024, AEG moved forward with its legal claims, demanding the repayment of the initial $5.25 million loan plus any revenue from his deal with Kobalt.
In a separate legal victory for Young Thug, a Georgia judge recently ruled that the state must return jewelry seized during his 2022 arrest. Items set for return include a Rolex Datejust engraved with “King Slime,” a diamond cross pendant, a necklace with green jewels, a diamond tennis necklace, and two diamond stud earrings. However, the jewelry will be returned to jeweler Rafaello & Company, rather than directly to Thug.
The Settlement and What’s Next
Although specific details of the settlement remain private, the resolution of this case removes a major financial and legal burden for Young Thug. With his legal battles winding down, he is now focused on returning to music, with upcoming performances and new releases expected soon.
Young Thug’s settlement with AEG marks the end of a long-standing legal dispute, allowing him to refocus on his career. While the financial terms remain undisclosed, closing this chapter enables him to move forward with fewer legal distractions.
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