- It’s all or nothing.
If you're not going to give everything your absolute best effort, it's not even worth your time to try. Give it 100% each and every time. - Be respectful.
This is self explanatory. Treat people how you'd like to be treated. - Have courage.
Growth never came from comfort zones. Take a chance and don't settle for mediocrity. Have courage, and put the well being of the group before you own personal interests. Don't be afraid to take a step out on a ledge and take care of business. You're the best of the best. - Be confident.
Whether you're right or wrong, have confidence in whatever it is that you're doing. If you're wrong, at least you said it like you actually believe in yourself. Confidence is crucial in everything. If you don't believe in yourself, nobody else will either. - Take time for yourself.
Your own mental health is incredibly important. After working so hard for so long, you can't forget that you also need time to recover and settle down. Even though life gets tough – don't forget to take a little "me" time. - Time management.
"If you're early, you're on time. If you're on time, you're late." - Attention to detail.
Pay attention to every little thing. This could be mean the difference between life or death. - Listen carefully the first time.
You don't have time to waste going over things that have already been covered. Pay attention the first time to save everyone a headache. - Look presentable at all times.
You never know who you'll meet. - Stand up for yourself.
This goes along with having confidence. People will challenge your beliefs constantly, but you have you stand your ground. - Adjust to change.
The only constant in this business is change. Nothing will usually go as planned and you have to be able to quickly adjust and move on. Civilian life works in the same way. Nothing ever really goes how you planned but if you're able to quickly adjust, that's what people will notice and admire. - Have patience.
"Hurry up and wait" isn't just a motto; it's literally a way of life. Take life one moment at a time. - Set the standard.
Settling for being average is never acceptable. Know the standard and excel. Never willingly let someone outshine you. Try to be the absolute best at everything you do. No exceptions. - Take care of each other.
You can't do life alone. Sometimes it takes a friend or family member to ask you if you need help before you go seek it. Take the time to check in on other people to make sure that they're doing well. Hopefully, they'll return the favor if you ever needed it. - Hunt the good stuff.
We all know that life isn't always sunshine, puppies, and rainbows, and that's okay. What ultimately matters, is how you look beyond that and handle everything over all. Even in your darkest hour, don't forget to hunt the good stuff, because that's what makes it all worth while.
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The Illusion of Creativity
AI-generated music is often marketed as “artistic” or “educational.” But what does it really teach?
- That style can be replicated without understanding.
- That emotion can be simulated without feeling.
- That effort can be bypassed with a prompt.
For young creators, this sets a dangerous precedent. Why learn to play guitar when an algorithm can do it faster? Why study harmony when AI can generate chord progressions in seconds? The risk isn’t just laziness — it’s the loss of depth, discipline, and the tactile joy of creation.
I have listened to several AI-generated music covers. My initial reaction was one of considerable impressiveness, particularly regarding the reimagining of classic pop hits in diverse genres with novel arrangements. Here is one good example a-ha — Take On Me
However, after engaging with several such Ai generated song covers, a sense of emotional detachment emerged, attributable to the perceived absence of human artistry and genuine sentiment, resulting in a technically flawless yet ultimately soulless auditory experience.
Copyright in Crisis
What does the copyright law say about AI generated music, especially in field of music covers. Who is liable for copyright in this case, AI developers, people who used AI to generate music or people who published it on music platforms?
Recent lawsuits show that the music industry is pushing back hard:
- Universal, Sony, and Warner sued AI music platforms Suno and Udio in 2024 for allegedly training their models on copyrighted songs without permission Ars Technica The Lyon Firm.
- They’re seeking up to $150,000 per infringed song, arguing that the AI outputs resemble famous tracks and voices (e.g., Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson).
- These lawsuits target the developers of the AI tools — but they raise broader questions:The legal gray area is training data. Courts haven’t yet ruled definitively on whether using copyrighted songs to train AI counts as infringement or fair use Sites at USC.
But who’s liable?
Role | Legal Risk | Why |
AI Developers | ✅ High | For training on copyrighted material without licenses. |
Users | ⚠️ Moderate | If they intentionally recreate protected works. |
Publishers/Platforms | ✅ High | For distributing infringing content. |
The grey area lies in training data. Courts haven’t yet ruled definitively on whether using copyrighted songs to train AI counts as infringement or fair use. Meanwhile, AI-generated works themselves aren’t eligible for copyright unless a human provides substantial creative input — leaving them in legal limbo.
The Educational Mirage
Some argue that AI music helps people learn genres, production styles, or vocal techniques. But this “education” often lacks context. It’s like learning to paint by watching a printer — technically impressive, but creatively hollow.
True musical education involves:
- Struggle and iteration: Learning through mistakes.
- Emotional connection: Expressing what words can’t.
- Cultural lineage: Understanding the roots of sound.
AI shortcuts bypass all of this. And in doing so, they risk flattening the rich terrain of human creativity into a sterile landscape of algorithmic mimicry.
Why This Fight Matters
This isn’t just about music. It’s about the future of art, storytelling, and human expression. If we allow machines to dominate creative spaces, we risk turning culture into content — optimized, monetized, and devoid of soul.
We must ask: Do we want a world where art is made by machines, or one where machines help humans make better art?
5 Key Takeaways
- AI-generated music blurs the line between innovation and erosion in the creative arts
- AI-generated music raises questions about copyright, culture, education, and artistic expression
- AI-generated music can replicate style without understanding, simulate emotion without feeling, and bypass effort with a prompt
- AI-generated music sets a dangerous precedent for young creators by potentially leading to a loss of depth, discipline, and joy of creation
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