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The recent allegations against The-Dream, whose real name is Terius Nash, have
shaken the music industry. According to a lawsuit filed by Shanaz Mango, who
goes by the stage name Channy Monroe, The-Dream is accused of horrific
abuse, including battery and trafficking. The suit was filed in Los Angeles under
California’s Sexual Abuse and Cover-Up Accountability Act.
Mango alleges that The-Dream manipulated and exploited her under the guise of
mentorship, promising to help her achieve a successful music career comparable
to stars like Beyoncé and Rihanna. Instead, Mango claims she was trapped in an
abusive relationship, subjected to non-consensual acts, and coerced into
performing these acts on camera. She also accuses The-Dream of monitoring her
movements through security and using a weapon to intimidate her.

The allegations against The-Dream are severe, including claims of physical
violence, psychological manipulation, and sexual exploitation. Mango s lawsuit
details Incidents where sne was alecedly sudne ed, forced into puous sex dels,.
and threatened with the release of recorded toolage. sne claims the-Dream
controlled every aspect of her life, including her housing, transportation, and even
food.
The lawsuit also implicates The-Dream’s label Contra-Paris and Epic Records,
suggesung that these insututions played a role in tne systemic abuse she.
endured. Mango decided to speak out, aiming to prevent future abuses and.
seeking justice for herself and other victims in the industry.
In response, The-Dream has denied all allegations, calling them untrue and.
defamatory. His leaal team emohasized his commitment to positive impact and
helpina fellow artists, expressing deep offense at the accusations. Meanwhile.
Mango’s legal team, which previously represented Cassie in a high-profile case
against Diddy, underscores the systemic nature of abuse in the music industry
and is determined to fight for her rights.

In response, The-Dream has denied all allegations, calling them untrue and
delamatory. His legal team emphasized his commitment to positive impact and.
helping fellow artists, expressing deep offense at the accusations. Meanwhile,
Mango’s legal team, which previously represented Cassie in a high-prolile casel
against Diddy, underscores the systemic nature of abuse in the music industry
and is determined to fight for her rights.

The implications or these allegations are lar-reaching, potentially involving other
major figures in the music industry. The lawsuit against The-Dream has brought
to light senous concerns about the exploitation or power and the abuse or young.
artists in the industry. As the legal proceedings unfold, the case could have
signiticant ramifications for now such abuses are addressed and prevented in the
tuture.