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Johnny Gill revealed New Edition's internal struggles over him and Ralph Tresvant obtaining the rights to their band name. After his lawyer's advice to secure their band name, Gill wanted to make sure that an agreement was put in place among all members; the band name could not be used without collective permission. Gill emphasized preserving the unity, integrity, and value of the band, allowing mutual understanding to stand amid differences in individual decision-making styles. Despite hitting rough patches, Gill remarks that their shared drive to achieve a common goal kept them united. He fondly recalled his relationship with Michael Bivins, known as the main one setting the tone within the group. The issues over the band name were eventually resolved, enabling the band to embark on a tour as New Edition.
