Why George Michael Called His Record Deal ‘Professional Slavery’ — And Still Couldn’t Escape Sony

Описание: Why George Michael Called His Record Deal ‘Professional Slavery’ — And Still Couldn’t Escape Sony is the story of a superstar who sold millions, yet claimed he was trapped by the very machine that made him famous. At his peak, George Michael went to war with Sony in court—trying to reclaim his time, his image, and his art. So how could someone that powerful still lose?
This documentary breaks down Why George Michael Called His Record Deal ‘Professional Slavery’ and what the Sony lawsuit really revealed about label power in the 1980s–1990s music industry. We trace the timeline from Faith’s massive success to the legal battle, the arguments George made, and why the system was built to outlast even a global icon. Along the way, we connect the case to the era’s media pressure, artist autonomy, and the hidden personal cost of fighting publicly. By the end, you’ll see why George Michael couldn’t escape Sony—and why his story still echoes in today’s battles over masters, contracts, and creative freedom.
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