# Forbidden Fruit

> UK record label; imprint of London Records

**Wikidata**: [Q104668103](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q104668103)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/forbidden-fruit-q104668103

## Summary
Forbidden Fruit is a UK-based record label that functions as an imprint of London Records, operating as a brand and trademark within the phonographic industry for marketing music recordings and music videos.

## Key Facts
- **Primary Classification**: UK record label operating as an imprint of London Records
- **Industry Role**: Functions as a brand/trademark for marketing music recordings and music videos, distinct from the operational record company
- **Identifiers**: 
  - Discogs label ID: 14565
  - MusicBrainz label ID: d62644e2-4b15-4961-938a-9915409d61bd
  - Rate Your Music label ID: forbidden_fruit
- **Differentiation**: Explicitly labeled as different from "Forbidden fruit" (with quotes) due to brand/trademark criteria
- **Distribution**: Managed by London Records as the parent company
- **Digital Classification**: Mapped to ontologies including `http://dbpedia.org/ontology/RecordLabel` and `http://purl.org/ontology/mo/Label`
- **Wikidata Entry**: Wikidata item Q504063 with description "UK record label; imprint of London Records"
- **Library of Congress Classification**: falls under ML3792.A-ML3792.Z (Music trade - Individual record companies/labels)

## FAQs
- **What is the relationship between Forbidden Fruit and London Records?**
  Forbidden Fruit operates as an imprint or subsidiary of London Records, functioning as a brand/trademark under the parent company's umbrella.

- **How is Forbidden Fruit classified in the music industry?**
  It is classified as a record label within the phonographic industry, specifically functioning as a commercial name and imprint rather than the operational record company itself.

- **What are the key identifiers for this label?**
  The label has multiple identifiers including Discogs ID 14565, MusicBrainz ID d62644e2-4b15-4961-938a-9915409d61bd, and Rate Your Music ID forbidden_fruit.

- **What distinguishes it from other entities with similar names?**
  The label is explicitly differentiated from "Forbidden fruit" (with quotes) based on brand/trademark criteria, indicating it represents a specific music label entity rather than a generic term.

## Why It Matters
Forbidden Fruit represents a foundational component of the modern music distribution ecosystem, serving as both a brand identity and commercial imprint that facilitates artist promotion, content distribution, and intellectual property management. Its role within the phonographic industry helps shape cultural trends, supports artistic careers, and maintains the commercial infrastructure necessary for music to reach global audiences. The label's adaptation to technological shifts—from physical formats to digital streaming—highlights its enduring relevance in an evolving industry landscape.

## Notable For
- **Dual Brand Function**: Functions simultaneously as both a trademark and commercial imprint, distinct from the operational record company
- **Global Digital Presence**: Documented across multiple knowledge systems including Discogs, MusicBrainz, and Rate Your Music
- **Industry Classification**: Recognized in Library of Congress authority files and aligned with standard music industry taxonomies
- **Interoperability**: Mapped to multiple digital ontologies ensuring machine-readable data integration and cross-platform accessibility

## Body
### Definition and Operational Role
Forbidden Fruit operates as a UK-based record label functioning as an imprint of London Records. According to the provided classification, it serves as a brand and trademark within the phonographic industry, specializing in the marketing of music recordings and music videos. The label functions as a commercial name and imprint under the parent record company, which handles the logistical and financial aspects of music production.

### Relationship with Parent Company
The label maintains a distinct but hierarchical relationship with London Records, its parent entity. This structure allows London Records to manage the operational aspects of music production while Forbidden Fruit serves as the public-facing brand identity. The parent company handles business functions such as production, distribution, contracts, and royalties, while the label focuses on artist promotion and market positioning.

### Digital Classification and Identifiers
The label is systematically classified and identified across multiple digital platforms:
- **Discogs**: Identified by label ID 14565 with the qualifier "Forbidden Fruit"
- **MusicBrainz**: Associated with label ID d62644e2-4b15-4961-938a-9915409d61bd
- **Rate Your Music**: Assigned the identifier "forbidden_fruit"
- **Wikidata**: Represented by item Q504063 with the description "UK record label; imprint of London Records"

### Differentiation from Operational Entities
The label is explicitly distinguished from the operational record company through Wikidata properties. Specifically, the label is labeled as "different_from" the general concept of "record company," which represents the operational entity managing business functions. This distinction is codified in the Wikidata schema, where "record label" is explicitly separated from "record company" classifications.

### Industry Classification and Standards
Forbidden Fruit adheres to established industry classifications:
- **Library of Congress Classification**: ML3792.A-ML3792.Z, which categorizes literature on individual record companies and labels
- **Ontological Alignment**: Mapped to standard ontologies including `http://dbpedia.org/ontology/RecordLabel` and `http://purl.org/ontology/mo/Label`
- **Digital Repository Integration**: Included in the Commons category "Record labels" with mappings to DBpedia, MusicBrainz, and Freebase ontologies

### Maintenance and Community Standards
The label's Wikipedia content is overseen by WikiProject Music, which ensures adherence to standardized infobox templates and categorization. The label appears in the main category "Category:Record labels" and is systematically organized within eponymous categories for label-specific pages.

### Technical and Semantic Web Integration
The label participates in linked data systems through:
- **BabelNet**: Associated with ID 00049558n
- **GND**: German National Library ID 7860465-5
- **LoC Authority ID**: sh87003409
- **Zhihu Topic ID**: 19555506

These identifiers enable cross-database queries and interoperability across different knowledge systems. The label's metadata is maintained through Wikidata properties including P264 (record label), P1955 (discography), and P966 (founder), facilitating comprehensive data integration.

## References

1. MusicBrainz
2. Discogs
3. Rate Your Music