Pleasure P Demands Credit and Compensation for Co-Writing Lil Wayne’s “Lollipop”

Pleasure P, former member of the popular group Pretty Ricky, is making his case for the recognition and compensation he believes he deserves for his role in co-writing Lil Wayne’s massive 2008 hit “Lollipop.” In a recent Instagram Live session, Pleasure P was vocal about his contributions to the song, claiming that he co-wrote the track alongside the late Static Major and that he is entitled to a share of the song’s earnings, which he estimates at $28 million.

As “Lollipop” played in the background, Pleasure P addressed the situation head-on: “I wrote that. Rex Zamor, Tez, Wayne, Mack Maine — I need my f***ing plaque for this song, bro,” he said. He went on to accuse Rex Zamor, who now works at CMG managing GloRilla, of taking credit for the song while he was left out. “Rex got my publishing, and he got his name on this record. And I can’t get my just due,” he continued. “Before my first album came out, I wrote this song with Static.”

The song, which became a breakout hit for Lil Wayne, sold 1.3 million copies in its first week, cementing its place as one of Wayne’s biggest tracks. However, Pleasure P asserts that he has yet to receive his due recognition or financial reward for his part in its creation. He also referenced his personal struggles, including the recent release of his son from jail, highlighting that he no longer has the patience to continue being overlooked.

Pleasure P’s frustration isn’t new. Back in 2023, he shared similar claims during an appearance on The Baller Alert Show, where he reiterated that certain elements of the track were his work, though he acknowledged Wayne’s final input. “Wayne obviously did what he needed to do,” he said at the time.

Producer Jim Jonsin, who worked on “Lollipop,” has previously spoken about the creation of the song, mentioning Pleasure P but not specifically crediting him as a co-writer. According to Jonsin, he originally made the track for Danity Kane but then played it for Pleasure P while he was working with Static Major. Static, who passed away in 2008, immediately saw potential in the song for Lil Wayne, eventually playing it for Wayne, who loved it and decided to make it his own.

Despite Pleasure P’s public calls for recognition, the situation remains unresolved. His story continues to stir up debate about the often-complicated dynamics of songwriting credits and compensation in the music industry. As he pushes for his rightful recognition, fans and industry insiders alike are watching closely to see if he will receive the credit and payment he feels he deserves for his involvement in one of Lil Wayne’s signature tracks.