Jesse Huerta Royalties: Joy Pays Sister for Jesse & Joy Songs
The former duet members are finalizing legal agreements that require Joy Huerta to compensate Jesse Huerta for performing their shared catalog.
By Harper Foster ·
Jesse Huerta left the pop duet Jesse & Joy in late September, leaving his sister Joy to continue the group's musical career as a solo act.
The separation has raised questions about who owns the music they created together. Jesse Huerta told the TV program Hoy that he is still wrapping up previously announced commitments and closing out their cycle with his sister.
He stated that his credit as a songwriter remains intact. "The songs are part of both of us, meaning my participation will always be there in all my music. The songs do not stop being the composers' property," he said.
While Jesse Huerta did not explicitly confirm the payment terms on air, host Andrea Escalona provided details about the ongoing negotiations. She noted that lawyers are involved in the process. According to her, Joy Huerta will work through the year with the Jesse & Joy logo, displaying Joe in bold and Jesse in faded text.
Escalona explained that Joy wants to continue the tour and fulfill existing contracts. As part of this arrangement, she will pay money to Jesse Huerta. This financial agreement allows her to perform the coplas from their shared catalog during her solo shows.
Regarding the usage of the group's name, Jesse Huerta said he has not yet spoken with his lawyers. He added that he will eventually take the necessary steps. For now, he said his name continues to resonate with the music and the work they built together.
Jesse Huerta expressed happiness over Joy Huerta's ticket sales for her upcoming individual concerts. He said he told people he believed she would achieve incredible success. He described the situation as a celebration of her achievements and the project they constructed together.
