Dogs are man's best friend; they love you no matter what you do, or who you are. In college, you're usually on your own trying to be independent from your parents. That's scary all on its own. Having to fend for yourself is tough, and you quickly find out that pizza every night is not a good idea. Adopting a dog gives you responsibility in the college life that is full of bar hopping and parties.
Adopting is an act of love. The dogs at the shelter are just like every other dog in the world, except they don't have a home. I adopted my dog from a shelter, and I found out that she loved me no matter what I did; I found myself being more and more responsible in life. I started to do better on my homework, and get more exercise (which is good after all that pizza), all because of this little dog in my life. Dog training is hard -- my dog chewed a hole in one of my favorite shoes -- but the end result is worth it. A dog will love you every day, and will be excited to see you.
Dogs have a personality all their own, and trust me, my dog had a big one when I got her. There is nothing more rewarding than teaching your dog tricks and good behavior (Well, maybe getting an A on that exam you pulled an all-nighter for.) My dog needed me to take care of her, and that gave me a responsibility bigger than myself. She needed food, water, shots and a bed to sleep on. All this stuff is expensive, so that made me budget my money, and learn to be responsible with it.
My dog's name is Annabelle, and she's a little over one year old now. I got her when she was about four or five months old, weighing 14 pounds (She's now over 60 pounds, and I did not see that coming.) Annabelle thinks she's a lap dog, and will whine if you don't let her sit in your lap. That's the thing with dogs -- they will whine if they don't get their way, much like a baby will. I guess that's why we call them fur babies. You care for this dog as if it is your own child, and in some ways they are. I let my best friend take care of my dog one weekend, and I would call to check in every hour or so. That night I got a call saying my dog was throwing up everywhere, and I was freaking out because I did not know what to do -- much like a new parent would do.
Go to your local shelter, look at the dogs, or cats if you're a cat person, and find the one who you believe to have always been your dog and you were meant to adopt. Remember, if you give a dog your heart, he will give you his in return.
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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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