I have found that common interests can really connect people. I was always close to my Grandpa growing up and he thought as highly of me as I thought of him. My Grandpa was always a hard worker and in his spare time he decided to pick up a golf club. He fell in love with the sport and for someone that did not see the purpose of golf he became what my Grandma called “The biggest duck in the puddle.” Grandpa took my twin brother, Landon and me our golfing and soon we would have our own set of clubs.
Grandpa, my brother and I would go golfing several times a week and on Sundays it became a tradition to go to church and go golfing afterwards. It was a wonderful time to learn about y Grandpa’s life and bond with him. I continued playing golf in high school and my brother played as well. I could tell that my Grandpa was so proud that we were involved in the sport that meant so much to him. He went to as many tournaments as he could and it was always comforting because Grandpa would always remind me to take it a swing at a time which is a reflection of how to look at life, one day at a time.
Unfortunately, my Grandpa passed away in 2013 and I felt like I lost my best friend that day. The day after he passed, we had a practice round scheduled for a tournament coming up. My coach and teammates were surprised when I told them I would be there. I knew that my Grandpa would not have wanted me to sit at home; he would want me to continue on with my golf career. I played the best round of golf up to that point and my friends helped me through the day. It was the best thing for me to pick up my clubs and keep going to keep his memory alive.
I still play golf today and I am entering my sophomore year in college. I know that my Grandpa would be proud and I often think of the friends that I never would have made had it not been for my Grandpa. I think of him often as he was such a big part of my life. As hard as it was to lose him, I have all of the wonderful memories to reflect on. Golf, just like any sport brings people together and they can create lasting bonds and friendships.
My Grandpa also instilled in me the importance of finishing a round of golf no matter what difficulties arise. If I had a bad shot he told me to just move on from that bad mistake and focus on the next. His hard work ethic, kind personality and his enjoyment of the simple things in life inspired me. He always encouraged me to follow my dreams and was supportive in all of my endeavors.
I will continue to keep his memory alive by remembering the lessons that he taught me and by playing the sport that he loved. I think it is important to have people in your life that love you and want nothing but the best for you. My Grandpa left a mark on this world and he was known for helping anyone that needed it. I am thankful for the impact he had on my life and for the friendships that he helped create because he decided to put a golf club in my hand. Some of the littlest things in life have the biggest impact.
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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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