Family takes up a huge chunk of my life. It's probably because I have over 20 cousins just on my mom's side. There are also tons of cousins on my dad's side and I probably don't even know at least half of them. Anyways, the point is I have a bunch of family! And even though I'm a moody teenager and don't often show my affection, I'm extremely grateful for all of them.
I often visit and/or hang out with cousins from my mom's side the most because they're all somewhat easy to contact or visit. Every single time any of us get together, it's like a herd of bulls meeting up again after years. We are loud. I swear whenever we're expecting family to come by our apartment, I always know when they arrive just by the mere screams of "hello" that fill the hallways and rooms.
Not only is my family loud, but we're also extremely crazy. If you know me personally, you know I can get hyper. Now imagine that multiplied by 15 different people. Yea, I know. And if you don't know me too well, just take me literally when I say you'd think we all belong in mental hospitals because we are actually lunatics.
My family and I love to laugh as much as we like to eat. And trust me, we love to eat. Young or old, everyone in my family knows how to make everyone else laugh. Whether it's the little jokes or just remembering old times we've spent with each other. You'll most likely be getting a full out ab workout because your sides will be hurting nonstop. At least I know mine hurt every time I'm with my sisters just when we play games with each other.
Games are a big thing in my family. We love to play games. Some times it'll be Super Mario or Just Dance, but we're also very big fans of party and board games. I think it's mostly because we are highly competitive, I mean who doesn't love to win? People say it doesn't matter if you win or lose, it's about having fun. No, not in my family. If you aren't winning, then it's not fun at all. That being said, we tend to avoid games of Monopoly or else we won't talk to each other for weeks because we're still mad about that one time so and so traded Mayfair for all the train stations. But in the end we kinda had a good time?
Anyways, I love my family. I wouldn't be the same person if I had just one cousin or one sister in my life. Yeah we fight occasionally, but the best part about family is unconditional love (and maybe the tons of presents you get around Christmas time). Whether it's by blood or not, they can be your family so long as you have a blast and love them with all of your heart! Family really is all you ever need in life.
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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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