Did Gretchen Wilson steal from the Black Crowes?
Gretchen Wilson’s always been a scene-stealer, but the Black Crowes are accusing her of being a song-stealer as well.
The Southern rock band has filed a copyright infringement suit against the country-singin’ Pocahontas native, saying her “Work Hard, Play Harder” unlawfully lifts from their classic oldie “Jealous Again,” a hit from its 1990 album “Shake Your Money Maker.”
The suit also names Wilson’s label Sony BMG and cable channel TNT. “Work Hard, Play Harder” is used during promos for the channel’s “Saving Grace,” starring Holly Hunter, and is slated for Wilson’s upcoming CD.
Crowes’ manager says “We find the musical verses of Wilson’s song to be such an obvious example of copyright infringement that I expect all parties to reach a relatively quick resolution to avoid litigation.”
Songwriting of Wilson’s tune is credited to Wilson, John Rich, and Vicky McGehee.
Do the Crowes have a leg to stand on? Compare the two songs and decide for yourself (and don’t be swayed by my opinion that Wilson may have a real situation on her hands).
Kevin C. Johnson has covered the St. Louis' music and nightlife scene for the past decade. 
I don’t think the songs are enough alike to be considered a rip off.
They sound a little alike, but so do a lot of songs.