Pinoy rock icon Mike Hanopol has sought the assistance of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) over alleged online bullying and unauthorized use of his musical compositions.
In the report of RH Jecelle Ricafort, the 80-year-old musician personally filed a complaint before the NBI Cybercrime Division against an unidentified individual for alleged cyberbullying and violations of the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines.
Hanopol claimed that the individual had created five social media accounts to allegedly harass and insult him over the past three months while also claiming ownership of his original compositions.
He acknowledged that many people use his songs but stressed that most show respect by seeking permission or properly acknowledging him as the composer.
“Ang daming gumagamit ng kanta ko, pero okay lang 'yon. Yung iba naman, nagpapaalam, nagpapasalamat, palaging binabanggit. Eh, itong isa na 'to, kanya na. Siya na raw ang writer,” Hanopol said.
He also emphasized the importance of respecting the original composers, expressing dismay over being allegedly bullied despite his age.
Meanwhile, Hagibis member Pete Gatela condemned the alleged acts, describing them as disrespectful and an attempt to capitalize on the name and legacy of the Pinoy rock legend.
