"Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard." These are just a few of the words that I live by. These are just a few of the wise words my father would repeat to me day after day. I may not be the fastest, the strongest, or even the smartest, but I will always be the one to work the hardest. My father taught me the value of hard work, the value of a job well done and the value of effort. It is thanks to him that I excelled in school and athletics despite my disability. "No matter where you go, there you are." This was another one of his famous sayings. To this day I'm not quite sure what he meant by it, but I take it to mean that no matter where I am in my life, it's important to live in the moment and cherish the small moments. Those moments that don't seem as important, the moments that seem to pass by quicker than others, the ones most people don't really care about, these moments are the ones he stressed in his life, for in these moments you're just as alive as any other moment in life. The mark of a great man is only seen by the impact that is left when he's no longer with us on Earth. My father left a great impact, not just in my life, but in many of those around him. He taught me to be a loving and caring man, he taught me to be strong in the face of adversity, he taught me to have faith in something larger than myself, he taught me the value in my fellow man. He taught both me and my sister to open our hearts to the world and to leave it a better place than when we got here. One of the toughest lessons he taught me was on the day he left us. He taught me that life isn't fair, that yes, bad things do happen to even the best of people, but most importantly in his death, he taught me that I am stronger than I feel I am. I am thankful for everyday that I got to spend with my father by my side, even if 15 years was far too short. The lessons he has taught me in life and in death will forever stay with me. My one wish is to allow him to live on by spreading his messages of love, hope, and perseverance to not only my own children one day, but to anyone will listen.
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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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