Over the years I’ve done a lot of things in this world. As a little child, I used to do the things I did in order to gain the acceptance from my peers around me. Definitely led to many embarrassing moments to say the least. It was something that stuck with me well into my middle school years and it caused a lot hurdles as I paved the way towards that transcendence from adolescence to my teenage years. During high school, I stopped caring what people thought of me and focused only on what made me happy. But by not caring about the opinion of others, I was susceptible to being reckless without taking any regards of the future. Time passed and after much tutelage, I’ve come to value the future with great passion. As far as my current actions are concerned, while do them for self-satisfaction, there are those who attention I wish to garner. Only a few, but to me, those few individuals are the ones whose attention will bring me to greater heights in life and happiness. As a first, I wish to seek the attention of my future employers. Within my collegiate career, I’ve done what I could in order to make a statement. Extracurricular activities, internships, research, and a decent GPA (not the greatest but acceptable given my field), with all these actions I wish to stand out in certain way. I wish for these prospective employers to see in me someone of great intellectual potential that is worth investing time and money in. With this investment made, it allows me to further my pursuit of success and eventually reach the upper echelons of adulthood in great comfort. Whether that means I climb up the ladder of a particular business or create a legacy by helping to engineer something to change the world, I’m willing to settle for either course. But I know it starts with that future employer taking that chance. With my actions, I seek the attention of drive: my friends and family. They have been the support that allows me to move forward should I fall, to persevere when I have contemplations of giving up. With love and respect, I showcase these traits to display my gratitude of these people for allowing me to become a great part of their life. The journeys we’ve made, the laughs we’ve shared, the memories we’ve made together, I want them to continue watching me as I push towards my future and make them proud. The only other person I would want to watch me would be the love of my life. I would want her to always watch me, from the time I meet her to the time I lie down waiting for death’s embrace. I want her to see me grow to further heights as we rise together, hand in hand. As we continue to rise, I want her to be happy that she took a chance with me and profited from it. Whether we realize it or not, everyone is watching someone. We look at the successes and failures to determine how we move forward. We are motivated from their successes and learn from the failures. As we travel through life seeking out our goals, we all need that someone to watch us, may it be a loved one or even a higher power if nothing else. And as we are watched by others, so too are we watching, waiting, anticipating what lies ahead with optimism and excitement. So…….are you watching?
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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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