Mom, what can I really say in order for you to know just how much I value you? From labor to now, you have always put my life before your own, even when I did not deserve it. There have been times that I have treated you poorly, yet you have loved me still. From the time I was born until now, you have stayed by my side through sickness, projects due the next day, heartbreaks, broken friendships and much more. I remember all the times you have had to sleep on the very edge of the bed because you wanted me to sleep comfortably, even though I was in your bed. Mom, you have walked with me through the good and the bad. I can remember all the times you came into my room during the night, crying because you did not know what to do as I was ripping my life into shreds due to my bad decisions. I can remember the times you sat on the side of the bed and prayed for me as I laid, pretending to sleep. I can remember all of the times you walked me to my first day of class, including my first day of college because I was too scared to walk in alone. I can remember the times you took off work to take me to competitions, doctor’s appointments, school, or anywhere else I needed to be. I remember all the times you could have gotten on to me for being irresponsible or reckless, but you did not. Instead, you taught me how to do the right thing instead of shaming me for what I had done. Even when I moved to college, you always took time out of your day to answer my calls, come check on me, or bring me whatever it was that I needed. Mom, from the bottom of my heart, I want to thank you for giving up so many years of your life to give me mine. Thank you for the special cereals you’d buy for me, the times you’d stick up for me, and the times you were the only one who made me believe I was beautiful. Thank you for giving me confidence, a love for people, and a love for God. Thank you for loving me so well. Mom, thank you for teaching me how to be the woman I am called to be. Thank you for every lost night of sleep, missed meal, sick day lost, missed day at work, late night, grace period and bear hug. Thank you for making my favorite meals, putting your life and dreams on hold, putting my needs before your own, and for being you. Mom, without you, I would not be who I am today. Mom, I thank you for always encouraging me. Mom, I hope you follow your dreams. Please know that you are loved, valued, and very highly respected. Mom. I love you. I want to leave you with a Winnie the Pooh quote: “If ever there is a tomorrow when we’re not together, there is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. But the most important thing is, even if we’re apart I’ll always be with you.” I’ll always be with you, just like you’ve always been with me.
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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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