Packing light is convenient, but you never want to skip bringing the necessities.1. SunscreenNever ever skip out on bringing sunscreen, even if you’re not traveling somewhere tropical. No matter what your skin tone is, you need sunscreen if you will be spending most of your time in the sun. Looking like a lobster is not attractive. I’ve seen a fair share of people looking like lobsters. You can’t touch them or else they’ll scream from pain, and you definitely don’t want to take a picture with them. It’s an eyesore. So bring sunscreen and your skin, your camera, and your friends will thank you.2. Aloe Vera
Did you ignore the first thing on my list already? Well, for those who like to brave the sun and want to absorb all spectrums of light, I suggest bringing aloe. Looking and feeling like a burn victim is never fun. Trust me on this one. Aloe is necessary to help relieve your skin from sunburn.
3. ProtectionYou will have fun on spring break. Maybe you’ll have a lot more fun than others. Wrap it before you tap it.
4. KooziesIf I teach you anything, it must be to never travel without a koozie. You probably have an entire drawer full of them. You want to keep your drink as cold as possible for as long as possible. Stick a couple koozies in your bag. They’re small and nifty.
5. Pain KillersA bottle of aspirin is necessary to get rid of those achy muscles or hangovers. No one wants to spend his or her spring break hung over, and no one wants to deal with someone who is hung over. Save yourself the trouble and take a bottle with you.
6. ChapstickYou can’t kiss someone with chapped lips. You probably wouldn’t care about it if you were having a drunken makeout, but the feeling of chapped lips against someone else’s is gross. I’m cringing right now thinking about it.
7. Waterproof PouchDepending on where you go, a waterproof pouch is a good idea to bring. It keeps your things together and will protect them from water. Most people will be around a body of water, and they will have their phone with them. It’s better to be safe than sorry. My old iPhones suffered from water damage. Do not let it happen to you. Sporting goods stores will usually carry waterproof cases or pouches.
8. SunglassesThe sun is really bright. Protect your eyes.
9. Something NeonNeon screams party. It’s also really bright. If your friend loses you, then they can find you with your neon accessory. I just hope that you are not lost in the crowd for too long.
10. Waterproof Band-AidsI cannot count the amount of times I have cut my feet on shards of glass or crushed beer cans on the beach. Getting sand into your wounds is not a fun experience for anybody. Waterproof Band-Aids will be your best friend if you ever run into this situation.
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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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