In this recent presidential election, the citizens of the United States, born and tested, feared a setback in social progression. Women worried for their equality, and immigrants anticipated their jobs and citizenship being jeopardized. Among the many social and political concerns that came with the election of Donald Trump for President, what didn't present itself was the effect it would have on the relationship between fans and their sports teams.
With the Super Bowl right around the corner, football is the center of attention, and the players as well as the coaches and owners are being scrutinized particularly harshly. Originally we saw it with San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick expressing his views by taking a knee during the national anthem in protest to social injustice and the political disagreements. Many fans were disappointed in this action because, although Kaepernick saw it as as act of solidarity, others understood it to be a disrespect to his country. By taking action in his own way, Kaepernick's popularity declined among his fans, and his teams popularity as well.
Previous to the elections, with Donald Trump claiming "the championship winning pair were backing him for president", referring to New England Patriot's Quarterback Tom Brady and head coach Bill Belichick, of course delighted some fans, but put many in a frenzy. In the Month of November, Belichick sent out a letter addressed to Donald Trump that was then read aloud by the newly elected president. When asked about it, Belichick confirmed their friendship, but ensured he had no political opinion. However, the damage was already done. When Brady was questioned afterwards, he claimed he and his wife decided to not discuss politics, and he continues to be tight lipped. Although, according to the Daily Intelligencer Trump quoted Brady in saying "Donald, I support you, you're my friend, and I voted for you."
CBS Sports exposed Brady's Facebook page and the anger his fans portrayed. One fan exclaimed "I grew up your biggest fan. I have picture you signed for me still hanging in my college room. I am ashamed and embarrassed for you if the Trump comments are true. I thought you were a better human being than that." Many comments such as these followed. As mentioned before some fans were a happy with Brady's support, however the fans hat were upset outnumbered those who weren't.
Being from Massachusetts, I see first hand how the Patriots are losing support. In watching the game this past Saturday, January 14th, I had my Aunt beside me rooting for the Houston Texans, encouraging a boycott of the Patriots. Although we aren't seeing a boycott just yet, it's hard to ignore the influence politics is beginning to have in all areas of our lives.
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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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