Sean "Diddy" Combs has confirmed that he pays Sting $5,000 per day for using a sample from The Police's hit "Every Breath You Take" without permission in his 1997 chart-topper "I'll Be Missing You."

Sting revealed in a 2018 interview that Diddy has to pay him "for the rest of his life" for the use of the sample.

The sample was originally used without consent, according to Sting in a 2003 Rolling Stone interview, with Diddy's team dealing with the legality later.

"I'll Be Missing You" was a tribute to The Notorious B.I.G. and went on to win a Grammy Award.

Puff Daddy, also known as Sean Combs or Diddy, is an American rapper, record producer, entrepreneur, and actor. He was born on November 4, 1969, in Harlem, New York City, United States.

Puff Daddy rose to prominence in the 1990s as a hip-hop artist and producer. He founded the record label Bad Boy Records in 1993, which became a major player in the music industry, launching the careers of several successful artists such as The Notorious B.I.G., Mase, and Faith Evans. Puff Daddy's debut album, "No Way Out" (1997), achieved massive commercial success and won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album.

Known for his energetic and charismatic performances, Puff Daddy has released numerous hit songs throughout his career, including "I'll Be Missing You" (1997), a tribute to The Notorious B.I.G. after his death, which topped the charts and won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group. Other notable songs include "Mo Money Mo Problems" (1997), "Can't Nobody Hold Me Down" (1997), and "Been Around the World" (1997).

Apart from his music career, Puff Daddy has ventured into various business endeavors. He expanded his brand by launching clothing lines, fragrances, and other ventures under the "Sean John" label. He also has interests in the beverage industry, including his involvement with Ciroc vodka. Puff Daddy's entrepreneurial success has earned him recognition as one of the wealthiest figures in the music industry.

In addition to his music and business ventures, Puff Daddy has dabbled in acting. He has appeared in films such as "Monster's Ball" (2001), "Made" (2001), and "Get Him to the Greek" (2010).

Puff Daddy has been a significant influence on the hip-hop and R&B genres, shaping the sound and style of the music industry in the 1990s and beyond. His talent as a producer, performer, and entrepreneur has made him a prominent figure in popular culture.

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