T'was the night before classes and all through the house
Everyone was stirring even the mouse.
The backpacks were sitting by the door with care,
in hopes that the first day would not be there.
The freshman were nestled all snug in their dorms,
while nightmares of classes continued to form.
Roommate in her PJs and I in my robe
had decided to stay in to prepare for the morn.
When in the front yard arose such a clatter,
I sprang from the couch to see what was the matter.
Away to the front door I flew like a flash,
threw open the screen door and heard another crash.
The friend on the other side of the freshly-painted door
seemed to not care about the classes in the morn.
When then to my wondering ears did I hear,
her asking me to go out with her somewhere near.
With a genuine smile and personality so lively and quick,
I knew if I said yes then tomorrow I would be sick.
More rapid than cheetahs she begged on her knee,
"Please, please won't you come out with me.
Now Crystal, now Courtside, now Red Brick and Pawpurrs!
Stephens and Cat's Eye and Pigskin and others!
To the top of Court Street, to the top of Mill,
now let's go chill, let's chill, let's chill."
I knew if I said no she would begin to cry,
but she was my friend and I could not lie.
So then I began to explain what I would do,
"I can't, don't you understand there are classes to go to."
And then in a twinkling I knew what to say,
I would remind her of the classes she to go to the next day.
As I turned around and closed the door,
she knocked again once more.
She was all dressed up and ready to go,
although I repeatedly told her no.
A bundle of books were sitting in a stack,
so I turned away to put them in my backpack.
My pencils, how sharp. My notebooks, how new.
My folders were all different colors that ranged from red to blue.
My highlighters were all bright like a light that would glow
and my papers were all as white as snow.
The stress of tomorrow held tight in my mind,
the peace and serenity I just could not find.
There was a knot in my chest and anxiety in my head,
all I could think of was going to bed.
As I turned off the light and sat under the covers
I thought about something I recently discovered.
College is much more than just classes that are a bore,
there are memories to be made with friends you adore.
Then in that moment I arose from my bed
and told my friend I would meet her outside in ten.
As I got ready to leave I exclaimed with might,
" Happy new school year to all and to all a goodnight".
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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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