- Cry For 76 Different Reasons At The Same Time- One of the best things about having a true best friend is that they never judge you, no matter what. Whether you’re happy, sad, stressed, or all of the above, you can feel free to let it all out when you’re in the presence of the person you know will let you have it out and not laugh at you for it the next day. This past summer, I had an emotional night: a show I had directed opened, I was moving into college in about two weeks, and I had just been given an opportunity that I was absolutely thrilled about. I drove my best friend home and CRIED. I was so overwhelmed by all the good and exciting yet scary and unpredictable things that were happening that I didn’t know what else to do. Shout out to my best friend for sitting in the car with me and listening to me while I sobbed. What a homie.
- Have A Second Family- When you’ve known someone for a really long time, chances are you’re going to get to know their family. Whether you develop a relationship with a friend’s mom or start to feel like their little brother is your little brother, it’s always nice to know that when you’re with them, you’re family. One of my best friends from elementary school has welcomed me into her family with open arms, and I am so grateful that I have the relationships within her family that I do. Not having living grandparents of my own, going to brunch with her grandfather and putting a smile on his face is something that I think is really special. Getting to hold her adorable baby cousin is definitely a plus as well.
- Reminisce- One of my favorite things about the people I currently call my best friends is that we can reminisce with each other. There are so many hilarious things that have happened to us that when brought up to anyone else are not funny at all. But, it’s nice to have people to laugh with you at the things nobody else will, and relive the memories that you’ve made together.
- Get The Advice You Need To Hear- Your best friends are the people who tell you what you need to hear, even if it’s what not what you want to hear. If one of my best friends doesn’t seem like themselves, or is about to make an irrational decision, I always confront them about it, and I know they would do the same for me. Best friends make you realize that honest people are good to have around, so you can appreciate them when they come into your life.
- Have Conversations Consisting Only Of Memes and GIFs- Sometimes the only way to get your point across is by sending the GIF of Michael Scott screaming “NOOOOOOOO”, and it’s really nice to have friends who 1) get it and 2) know exactly what GIF is the perfect response.
- Have Them Proofread Everything You Write- You can bet that behind every long text, is a group of at least three best friends who edited, analyzed, and revised each sentence. For my own sanity, I always have to make sure that every risky text I send has the approval of my best friends.
- Feel Like You’re Kind Of Funny And Nice To Be Around- You know how people will say that your family has to like you because they’re your family? Well, your friends picked you!! They don’t have to hang out with you, exchange memes with you, or proofread your risky texts, but they do. They invite you to their house even though you are weird and cry for 76 different reasons at the same time. Friends are cool.
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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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