Dear little girls everywhere,
First, I want to apologize. I'm sorry that this is the world you have to grow up in. I'm sorry that there are probably people in your life who think that this is the kind of world you should be raised in. I'm sorry that I, as an older female who has the power to invoke change, didn't do enough to promote that change. I'm sorry that men think that they are entitled to you. I'm sorry that there are women who excuse a male's aggressive behavior toward you. I'm sorry that this is the only world you will know.
Second, I want you to know that it's not your fault. When a little boy calls you ugly, it's not your fault. When another pulls on your cornrows, it's not your fault. When that cute boy in your middle school english class calls you a freak because of your braces, it's not your fault. When your girlfriend of three months calls you fat and says you need to lose weight, it's not your fault. When the boy who swore that he would never hit you does, it's not your fault. When you watch your mother become alienated from the rest of the world because all she knows are the rigid gender roles enforced by machismo culture, it's not your fault. When some stupid kid at your table during lunch starts making fun of you and calling you a "beaner", it's not your fault. When you tell the teacher you didn't do your homework last night because you were having a panic attack and they say "that isn't a good enough excuse", it's not your fault. When the person you've been talking to for the past two weeks says "I've always wanted to date someone as exotic as an Asian," it's not your fault. When some white boy from your advanced high school geometry class calls you the n-word, it's not your fault. When that frat brother grabs you or smacks you and says "I can do what I want to you", it's not your fault. When some drunk guy at the bar pulls at your hijab and tells you to go back to where you came from, it's not your fault. When the people around you are dismissive of your experience, it's not your fault. You did not ask for this in any way, and anyone who says you did is wrong.
Third, you are valid. I don't care what anyone else has to say, you are. You are valid in your gender identity, you are valid in your sexuality, you are valid in your feelings, you are valid. Do not ever let anyone ever tell you otherwise. No one, not even the president, can tell you that you are invalid.
Fourth, you deserve to exist. Your existence is such a beautiful thing and you deserve it. I know that, over your life, others will try to tell you that your existence is "harming" them, either directly or indirectly. They will try to say it's your race, sexuality, gender identity, religion, or that you simply want to exist and have your rights. They are not only wrong, they are lying. You cannot possibly harm someone with your existence. Don't let anyone try to take your right to exist, and don't let anyone make you feel bad for existing.
Fifth, you are entitled every right you have. You are entitled to be paid the same as a man for doing the same job, and more if you're better than him at it. You are entitled to vote. You are entitled to do whatever you want with your body. You are entitled to your rights as a human being. It is absolutely NOT okay for anyone to try to take them from you, and you shouldn't let them.
Sixth, I'm so happy you're alive. You are a beautiful human being, with feelings, intelligence, beauty and grace. You are amazing. The world would be less without you. It is so important that you live on. In that magnificent brain of yours, there could be a cure for cancer, or the last component we need to put astronauts on Jupiter, or an amazing, NY Times bestselling book, or a composition rivaling Beethoven's 9th Symphony. There is so much you can do if you just keep living and breathing.
Lastly, I want to thank you. Thank you, for being so brilliant and wonderful. Thank you for being so awe-inspiring. Thank you for being who you are, because without someone like you, the world would be a dimmer place.
With all the love in my heart,
A woman who just wanted you to know
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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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