2020 was the year that everyone wanted to forget, and it's not something that anyone wants to remember because of all the events that occurred in the previous year, and we're getting close to the end of 2021. What have we discovered so far? We have a new president, Joe Biden, who appears to be doing a good job, but not great. He is a better candidate than the last one; no one was a Trump supporter, and if you were, please accept my apologies. However, we finished 2020 on a relatively positive note when we chose Biden as our president and finally acknowledged that quarantine had had many benefits in terms of regulating covid. The year 2021 got off to a good start with the introduction of immunization. The immunization was in the works and would soon be available to the public, but they were, as promised, a little late. But, as the saying goes, "better late than never." Currently, half of the world has been vaccinated, and certain countries still require vaccines. India had the worst incidence of covid 19, and our state was busy discussing vaccinations, quarantine, and whether or not we would have to be isolated. However, no news appeared to be covering those countries that were suffering the worst. Students were then able to attend school in person. Some people, including college students, can attend classes online. Nonetheless, new covid instances appear on a regular basis. Christmas seemed to be warmer than usual, and no one seemed to wonder why. That is a serious issue. Global warming is a major issue, but we seem to be ignoring it because we believe it can't be reversed now. We can do better and change this problem; we won't be able to stop global warming, but we can take steps to prevent it from getting worse. Even though we are nearing the end of 2021, there are still issues. Winter has arrived. There has been a rapid increase in the number of covid cases; at least thousands are affected each day, and now we have omicron on top of it all. More vaccines and booster doses are required. Is 2021 a fantastic year or one of the worst? It is in the middle. It is a step behind 2020.
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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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