Sexyy Red’s “unauthorized” sample of “Beat It” not only drew the ire of Michael Jackson’s fans, but it also caught the attention of his estate. A rep for the estate tells Billboard that they had no idea that the track, which is titled “Just Eat It, “even existed.
Sexyy Red flipping “Beat It” by Michael Jackson. pic.twitter.com/OKZojEoXo2
— Rap Alert (@rapalert6) February 11, 2026