I know that, for the most part, none of the kids will read this. That's OK, as long as my thoughts are out there.
I was only with you for a summer (10 weeks to be exact), but time means nothing when you're learning life lessons from working with children. For the most part, you guys would come in with a smile on your face every morning. You were ready for the day and ready for adventure. You were almost always up for every event and loved putting your helping hands to work.
The kindness you had for each other was a kindness that was so pure and innocent. With everything going on in the world, seeing you all interact may be one of the few things that kept my spirits up. You have a kindness that cannot be taught. You treat each other with more respect than some adults that I see. It amazes me that so much positivity can radiate out of such little bodies. I will always appreciate your ability to get over the small things and move on with life.
When someone was feeling down, you were right there to hold their hand. When someone spilled something, you were ready with paper towels to clean it up. When someone needed help walking from place to place, you were there to support them. You taught me the importance of giving something more than just material items. You taught me how to have patience with those around me and that's something I thought I'd never learn. The happiness and energy you brought into our classroom every day was enough to fill a life with joy. Of course, we all have our bad days; but, you would be right back to yourself the next day.
My intention is not to come home next summer, so it's upsetting that I only got to be with you all for such a short time. The lessons you taught me, though, will remain. I hope that I can spread that joy to those around me and teach people about acceptance of others. I feel as though you always learn the best life lessons from those who aren't necessarily in the best situations and that's important. You showed me not to let anything get me down because in the end, the most important thing is your outlook on life. As long as you stay positive, you can make your life into the best life it can be.
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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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