- You go to Goldbergs hungover, see everyone you know, and go and eat it at the beach in your car.
- You spent every day during the summer at Cooper’s with the largest group of people before you needed a summer job.
- You miss $5 burger nights at Barristers.
- You knew all the back roads before that book came out.
- You grew up waiting for the day you could go to Boardy Barn.
- Wednesdays are the best day of the week because of Publick House Ladies Night.
- You didn’t realize how lavish everything was until you got up and left for college
- It’s impossible to keep a secret and everyone always knows your business in a matter of hours.
- You drink more than a normal person because of the lack of things to do.
- You miss it when you’re gone and within a day of being back there’s an eruption of drama that makes you want to leave.
- Your best friend has probably kissed the guy you dated in high school and that’s totally normal.
- You never experienced a real football game, and basketball really is the only sport we’re good at. And no… your school was NOT good at lacrosse just because you’re from Long Island.
- You get so excited when you see Publick House beer or Tate’s cookies outside of Long Island.
- You’re used to no streetlights, sidewalks or stoplights.
- Majority of your friends live in North Sea #weaintleavin.
- 60% of the people you went to high school with will end up back in the same town starting their own family.
- It’s a big deal when nothing is going on at night.
- You very rarely ever leave your own town.
- You went to Camp Hero or the Great Hill Castle at some point during your high school years for a good spook.
- You either worked at the beach, Carvel, Sip n Soda or LF.
- You never had an extravagant sweet 16 like people upisland.
- You’re nothing like someone from upisland and you couldn’t be more glad.
- You use the term “upisland” and no one else does.
- It’s never “New York City” or “Manhattan” its “The City”.
- You will debate whether Paul’s or La Parm is better pizza.
- Ted’s easily has the best BEC and you probably walked there everyday after middle school.
- You probably had a birthday party at Lynchs Links.
- You struggled with finding food after 9pm… even the diner closes early.
- You never understood why people got so excited to see the giant duck in Flanders.
- The LIRR never runs at the right time during the winter.
- You’ve probably been hungover for every Thanksgiving since you learned how to drink. Thanksgiving Eve is a holiday too.
- You probably got your first tattoo on the Rez.
- No one understands what your saying most of the time because of the lingo (i.e. “piff”, “shot”, “stu”, “OD”, “gas”)
- You miss Judith Ann’s toy store.
- You can never just have “people over” it always turns into something big.
- You’re not fazed by the celebrities anymore and quite honestly would prefer to not see them.
- Your first date was probably was to the movies.
- Everyday, lunch in high school was a bagel, Doritos and an iced tea. Thank you Cindy.
- You spend your money on food and alcohol, because all of the shopping is too far away.
- You couldn’t be gladder that you’re not a “cidiot”.
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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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