: While the Robin Schulz version featured Oliver Tree’s original vocals, Southstar was eventually forced to re-record the vocals with a different singer to resolve licensing issues.

: Recognizing its potential, B1 Records (a Sony Music imprint) helped Southstar clear the publishing rights with the original "Jerk" songwriters—including Oliver Tree and Marshmello —leading to an official re-release in July 2022. The Industry Controversy

: The situation highlighted the tension between independent creators and major-label powerhouses, with many fans viewing the second release as an attempt to divert revenue from a young, independent artist. Musical Impact and Style

Just six days after Southstar’s official release, Oliver Tree and Robin Schulz released their own version of "Miss You". This version was nearly identical in tempo, pitch, and melody to Southstar’s remix, leading to widespread accusations from fans and the producer himself that the concept had been "stolen" by the more established artists.

Southstar, an independent 18-year-old producer, released "Miss You" in May 2022 as a high-tempo, pitch-shifted reworking of Oliver Tree's vocals. The track’s success followed a classic modern trajectory:

Southstar’s "Miss You" remains a landmark track for its sound and as a cautionary tale of the importance of in the era of viral music.