Let’s face it girls. We all go through our fair share of friendship issues.For most girls, I’m pretty sure girl drama started with the elementary school friend that was dared to buy the same Lisa Frank notebook that you already had. Or maybe it started with your middle school best friend kissing your crush. Either way, we have to admit we sometimes let the smallest things affect our friendships in the most negative ways.
When it comes to girl drama, nothing is off limits! Even our dearest
friendships can fall victim to it. Somebody said this, you heard that and
before you know it, you hate your best friend’s guts! Fixing a friendship may
seem difficult but these 5 tips may make it a bit easier.
1. Make
time to actually discuss the issue.
This step is the most important!
If you never make time to sit down and talk to your friend, the issue could
escalate beyond the point of no return. Nip it in the bud early! Clear out your
schedule and invite your friend out for lunch or a coffee date at Starbucks. Go
to the meeting with a clear and open mind. If you think that you know the
ending before the meeting even starts, it could influence the way you handle
the situation. A face-to-face meeting with your girl could be all that you need
in the first place.
2. Listen
to her side of the story.
Every story has two sides! Don’t
think that yours is the only one worth hearing. Give your girl the chance to
express how she feels before you take a turn. Just sit back and sincerely
listen. This will allow you to put her side into perspective. It also gives you
time to gather all of your thoughts.
3. Acknowledge
how you feel.
Now it’s your turn to go. Sit up straight and make eye contact. Do
whatever it takes to get your point across. Don’t be afraid to say exactly how
you feel. Ladies, this is not your go ahead to be a total psycho. If your friend
was defensive when telling her side, it’s okay. Kill her with kindness. It will show her that you are there for more
than just a confrontation.
4. Apologize.
Many people think that spitting
out an apology is simple but it can be one of the hardest things for people to
do. If you started the drama, own up to it and admit that you were wrong. If
you talked about your friend out of anger, take responsibility! It would be
better if she heard it from you rather than some one else. Apologize even if
you weren’t the drama-starting culprit.
It shows that you are over the drama and willing to forgive.
5. Discuss
ways to solve future problems.
Discussing ways to solve problems
can save both parties from experiencing all of the extra drama that may occur in
the future. Tell each other about things that might make you uncomfortable if
they are done within the relationship. Agreeing on what is and isn’t acceptable
in your relationship draws a clear line in the sand of friendship.
If your friendship is important
you should always be willing to extend an olive branch and work things out. If
it’s meant to be then everything will fall right into place!
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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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