Being that one friend who is always just "there", usually isn't that big of a deal to me. Up until college started, I could honestly care less about being that friend. It just wasn't something that I felt needed to be changed. I was always the one who was cracking jokes, keeping the scene alive, and always there just y'know, to be there. I felt fine being that way, until, like I said, college. Everywhere I go, in the recent few weeks with my new friends and their significant others, I'm always the 5th wheel, meaning that I have been the extra, awkward person there who was alone. It hadn't really bothered me until it was 10:30 at night, the other four were enjoying a movie with their other, and there I was just laying in the middle of the floor. It didn't bother me much at first, but it kept happening night after night. And yeah, I mean I COULD stop hanging out with them and stop that from all happening, but they are all four my friends, and for the past two weeks, the majority of my time has been spent with them. I do enjoy it, but when it occurs over, and over, and over, and over, it gets pretty old. I've learned to kind of preoccupy myself with things such as writing, drawing, binge watching American Horror Story on Netflix (WHERE IS JESSICA LANGE?!?!), exercising (who am I kidding, THINKING about exercising), and just other random activities that take my mind off of it. This hasn't always just happened here in college, it's happened in high school and during the summer, but like I said it didn't bother me. For the most part, I just looked past it and wasn't really worried about anything of the such. Besides, being single is awesome. You aren't tied down, and most importantly for me at least, you aren't having to try to impress them... I know what you're thinking, "If they really like you, then you shouldn't have to try and impress them. They should like you for who you are." Yeah, yeah, I get it. But think about it, it's 2016. Relationships and dating have changed in the past few years. The whole "Personality over Looks" stage is over. All people really think about now is looks. I don't necessarily mean that the WHOLE world is like that, but for the most part it is. But anyways, if you are that single friend, don't worry. Single life is pretty cool, and you should enjoy it while it lasts.
Recommended for you
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
Trending Topics
Trending Stories
Best of Relationships![Cristina Yang and Meredith Grey in scrubs sit against a wall, smiling and enjoying a break.]()
![Towson University]()
![Woman in field with a red heart-shaped balloon under a colorful sky.]()
