Instagram/Jason Derulo & Matthew Sp Music Jason Derulo wins legal battle; jury rules Matthew Spatola didn't co-author "Savage Love," denying him songwriting credit or royalties. May 8, 2026 AceShowbiz - The pop star Jason Derulo secured a significant legal win on Thursday when a jury unanimously ruled that musician Matthew Spatola did not co-author the global hit "Savage Love (Laxed - Siren Beat)." The verdict determined Spatola was not entitled to songwriting credit or royalties for the track.