I'm glad chivalry is dead. Waging endless war against the infidels gets tiring and sometimes I want to kick back in my slippers and watch "Orange Is the New Black".
There, I made the mandatory "Chivalry was an ancient code of combat" joke are you happy? Can I continue?
As I'm sure we've all heard at some point "Chivalry is dead. There are no real men anymore. Blah blah blah blah blah." Well allow me to shed some light on why this is a good thing.
First off, sorry to break any bubbles, but the general male population will more or less meld into whatever culture women deem acceptable for dating. 60 years ago it was being a straight edged bread winner, 40 years ago it was about being a counter- cultural rebel, and now it's about being a loud, peacock-ing tool and that's not our fault. I guarantee you that if tomorrow, every single woman decided that they would only start dating bookish introverts then every single tank top wearing frat bro would immediately ditch his attire and attitude for a poetry book and turtleneck. The problem with that said scenario though is it wouldn't be real. How does a girl tell whether the shy introverted guy that was the decided upon ideal man was a real shy introvert or just some dude melding with society in order to be attractive to women?
True there was a time when chivalrous acts were considered the normal standard for men but the truth is there were a lot more fake chivalry. Men held doors because it's what got them a second date, men bought flowers because it got them a kiss, men stood up for their woman because it got them into bed. Not because any of those things were the right thing to do, but because there was an ulterior goal.
However, and here's where it matters ladies, you should be rejoicing that chivalry is dead because that means it's no longer the norm. So when you meet a guy that gives you flowers, holds open doors, and stands up for you it's not for some ulterior societal motive. What you found is true blue honest to goodness chivalry and although it may be harder to find, that's because there's a lot less fakers out there.
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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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