The-Dream accused of rape/sex trafficking, calls his allegations 'defamatory'

Warning: Article contains details of sexual assault.

The-Dream has been accused of rape, sex trafficking and sexual assault in a new lawsuit, but the famed songwriter-producer says the claims are “false and defamatory.”

In a statement shared with The New York Times, the “Falsetto” singer said: “I oppose any form of harassment and have always strived to help people achieve their career goals. As someone committed to making a positive impact on my fellow artists and the world at large, I am deeply offended and saddened by these accusations. »

The original lawsuit was filed by Chanaaz Mangroe on Tuesday (June 4) under California's Sexual Abuse Accountability and Cover-Up Act, which allows sexual assault claims to be filed after the statute of limitations has expired. Mangroe alleges she was forced to have sex with The-Dream on numerous occasions. She is an artist under the moniker Channii Monroe and claims to have first met The-Dream in early 2015. He allegedly promised her “Beyoncé/Rihanna-level stardom”, but their relationship became abusive.

Not only did he allegedly force her to have sex, but no protection was used and the sexual assault in question was recorded on camera. He also threatened to share the images with others.

“What Dream did to me prevented me from living the life I envisioned and pursuing my goals as a singer and songwriter,” Mangroe said in a statement. “Ultimately, my silence became too painful and I realized I had to tell my story to heal. I hope this will also help others and prevent future horrible abuse.

Lawyers representing Mangroe worked with Cassie on her now-settled lawsuit against Diddy and a separate trial of another of Diddy's accusers.

This isn't the first time Dream has been accused of assault. In 2015, his ex Lydia Nam filed a complaint against him, but they were ultimately dismissed by prosecutors, saying the allegations could not be proven “beyond a reasonable doubt.”