Growing up we were all taught the true meaning of Christmas in some shape or form. Yes I realize not everyone believes in these thing due to differences in cultures and religion, however I think everyone can agree that Christmas like many other holidays is time to spend with family and enjoy each others company. As I grew up that meaning became more and more clear. This year I'll be spending Christmas with my family, my boyfriend's family, as well as celebrating and patiently waiting the May arrival of our daughter that will only add more joy into the late, but never ending Christmas holiday. Yes we put up a beautiful tree every year, we sang Christmas songs in the car, and like many other families we wrapped gifts and assorted the many different wrapping papers under the tree as we awaited Christmas day. We've spent many hours riding around and looking at Christmas lights, and just soaking in the changing sensory that would be so familiar any other time of year. I look forward to this holiday every year and every year it becomes more special. Every year is busy because there is so much to do in such a short amount of time however we somehow manage to always get it done. We spend time soaking up every moment and telling old stories from Christmases past, as well as stories of loved ones who are no longer with us to celebrate here on Earth. So Here I am the week before Christmas writing this article, and by the time this is published you'll be reading it a few days after the holiday so here's to hoping everyone's holiday was a great one to remember. however I hope everyone keeps in mind the real meaning of Christmas, set aside the gifts and all the new gizmos and gadgets and think about the laughs, even some tears over "Christmas letters", and making sure that you make this Christmas worth it. I hope that as we wrap up the holidays and begin our journey into 2017 that we can remember all the things that made this year so wonderful and even the bumps we hit along the way so that we can prepare to make 2017 the best year yet. So with that being said, soak it all in, laugh a lot, eat until your pants are too tight, and make a new year's resolution whether you've stuck to them in the past or not. Give the end of the year your best shot, and do your best to start off 2017 right. Happy Holidays!
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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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