- You can’t go a day without hearing the words “Laker for a lifetime.”
- If someone asks if you’re a Laker you reply with “hell yeah!”
- You know you must have all blizzard supplies ready by October.
- You have an outfit ready for all sorts of weather ready for a single day.
- And you’ll have to change throughout the day to keep up with the weather.
- If its raining, or there’s even a slight chance of rain, every single girl is rocking Hunter Boots (Come on, we all know they’re cute and we love them).
- Those Hunter Boots also work as snow boots but they are not warm at all.
- It’s snowing? Yeah, you mean it is a blizzard.
- Walking around campus is basically like walking through a wind tunnel.
- That cute umbrella you own…yeah it always flips while walking through that wind tunnel.
- You conquered your fear of heights thanks to the Little Mac Bridge.
- You don’t walk under the blue house thing by the Lake Halls.
- You don’t mind going to the library because it is so pretty but you do mind the walk and having to fight for a spot.
- You own 500 GV t-shirts because you received them for free at events you only attended for the free shirt and food.
- You have to get a selfie with T. Haas.
- You literally cant see 15 feet in front of you because of the snow, but you still have class.
- The clock tower always catches you by surprise even though it chimes every 15 minutes.
- You’re outside waiting for a bus for a half hour and FOUR 48s show up at the same time.
- Forever waiting for snow-day emails.
- You feel a sense of accomplishment if you have a picture of you on the wrecking ball.
- Louie the Laker and T. Haas are your favorite celebrities.
- Going to Meijer is a huge deal.
- Guys brag about the guy-to-girl ratio to their friends at other schools.
- Wearing a ski mask to class is normal in the winter.
- And so is riding a razor scooter when there is no snow.
- People always ask about the Lake Effect snow and you want to cry just thinking about it.
- Every girl has an anchor of some sort in their possession.
- Going to Speed Way for Slurpees is the highlight of your week.
- You cringe whenever someone mentions the other valley or you see a red bird.
- You feel like you are about to enter "The Hunger Games" while getting ready to register for classes.
- Menna's and Papa John's are your staple foods…and don’t forget about the Ben and Jerry’s.
- Laker Bowls…enough said.
- Going to downtown Grand Rapids is one of your favorite activities.
- Standing on the bus is your worst nightmare.
- You own a Camel Back water bottle.
- The “sex talk” from Transitions will never be forgotten.
- You have friends from all over the place.
- Half of the campus is from Chicago.
- There is always a themed party going on.
- You or one of your friends owns a hammock.
- The thought of using a snowmobile or a dog sled team has crossed your mind more than five times just on your commute to class.
- Grand Haven trips are a must.
- You know we are the complete opposite of a “Dry Campus.”
- It snows during at least one football game.
- You see a bus and think about how you could get free tuition.
- You are not sure if we are keeping the ANCHOR UP or putting the ANCHOR DOWN.
- The Battle of the Valleys is one of the best parts of the year.
- You have accepted the fact that you will be a Laker for a lifetime…whether that’s paying loans for years or forever showing love for GV.
- You bleed black, blue and white with Laker Pride!
- Grand Valley is your home away from home.
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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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