I saw this some days ago in LIB but this is an update as Prince drops $22m pirate action against fans

The musician wanted $1m (£600,000) each from 22 internet users but, according to celebrity gossip website TMZ which has obtained court documents, he has now decided not to pursue the case. In a statement, the artist's lawyer told TMZ that the illegal downloads had been removed. Fans had reacted angrily to the news of the legal action. The Purple Rain singer had intended to take legal action against 22 internet users who allegedly posted copies of his live performances on Facebook and on blogs. "Because of recent pressure, the bootleggers have now taken down the illegal downloads and are no longer engaging in piracy," his lawyer said. "We recognise the fans craving for as much material as possible, but we'd prefer they get it from us directly than from third parties who are scalpers rather than real fans of our work," the statement read. Media lawyer Steve Kuncewicz had told BBC Radio 5 live that the action was essentially "going to war with his own fan base".