Holy Crap.
I'm a critic by nature, trying to find flaws in everything I watch not out of spite but out of love. I can almost always simultaneously enjoy a movie and pick it apart. I do it with my favorite movies constantly, finding new things to poke fun at every time I watch them.
I couldn't do this with Moana.
Amazing is the only word that comes to my mind when I try to describe the movie. The story is amazing, the atmosphere is amazing, the voice cast is amazing, the soundtrack and visuals are.....I'd say amazing but they're something above that that I can't quite grasp. It almost seems like the Polynesian Gods have divinely intervened to give us a perfectly told representation of their history. Seriously, Moana is THAT good.
The music is a great blend of modern music and Hawaiin culture, mixing the two together seamlessly. This is hugely in part to Lin-Manuel Miranda, known for hit Broadway sensation Hamilton, who has an amazing ability to somehow make old musical styles seem fresh and old traditions seem entertaining. He was able to help make songs that are simultaneously ancient and radio ready. The Moana Soundtrack is not going to be out of my head for weeks, if at all. IT'S JUST THAT GOOD!
Normally I'd go on longer in a review or an article than this but I just can't this time. I don't want to spoil anything about the movie for those who are going to see it. This is one of those films that is also an experience instead of just a great watch. If your experience is anything like mine, you will be filled with emotion from the moment the Disney logo starts, replacing their usual "When You Wish Upon A Star" with an amazing tribal chant that immediately gets your blood pumping.
All I can really say about Moana is that you have to see it. You owe it to yourself to experience what I experienced. This is EASILY a 10/10 and one of the best movies that Disney has ever made.
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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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