- *Walks into store* I. Am. Overwhelmed.
- How on planet Earth will I find anything in this store, let alone the dress I need?
- Okay, I’m in here for a formal dress, right? Or maybe two formal dresses?
- Onward, I am not here to look for night-out apparel that will literally rip before I get to my destination.
- Dresses, dresses, I’m here to look at dresses.
- But this would be perfect for recruitment, right?
- Oh, look! A sports section! There’s even Lakers and Bulls apparel. I can now be relatable to sports themed parties hollerrrrrrr!
- So. Much. Mesh. Sportswear.
- This neon workout shirt seems pointless, but it’s just so likely that there’s going to be a workout theme or a neon theme one of these days. I’ll at least try it on.
- The best part of all this is, I could literally leave this attire in a fraternity formal trash can and not grieve the loss, because hey, it was under $10.
- Honestly, why would anyone wear any of these graphic tanks? I’m pretty sure these French quotes would not make any sense if translated.
- Look! This blazer would be perfect for meeting! Let’s be real, I’m not going to shell out all my money on J.Crew business attire when I could be using that money on late night queso.
- Speaking of queso, I’m hungry. Let’s get this show on the road and try on some clothes.
- *Walks up to dressing room* This line to try on these clothes is literally longer than the line to get into college football games...
- I mean, I don’t reallllly need to try these things on, right?
- Hurry up, people! My arm is literally about to fall off from waiting this long!
- Are you kidding me?! You can only bring six items in? Does Forever 21 aim to create the longest dressing room line possible?
- *Starts to try things on* Woof. Who would look good in this? I would actually get a public indecency ticket for wearing this in public
- Yup, this isn’t going to fit over my butt.
- Annnnnnnnd another top that wouldn’t even look good on Kendall Jenner #blessed.
- Finally, a dress that fits! Now, I just have to decide what event to wear it to!
- Is this more fraternity formal material, date party material, or sorority formal material? Eh, I’ll figure it out later.
- *Exits dressing room* Now that I’ve cleared my arms of most of the clothes, let’s load them back up with accessories!
- OMG they have hair bows in every color for only $2.80. I NEED FIVE.
- There are so many America accessories and there’s always USA themed events, so that clearly justifies this red white and blue bow, headband and sunglasses.
- I could start wearing jewelry to class this year, right? I mean, it doesn’t take that much effort to layer some necklaces. Plus, when they’re only $5 each, it’s worth a try.
- Maybe I could even be one of those girls who reps midi rings, how trendy!
- Imaginary trendsetter time is over, let’s make our way to checkout.
- Sunglasses are only $5.80 and I lose a pair a week, clearly I need to restock.
- Ok, ok, now I’m actually done, checkout here I come.
- *Sees checkout line* Hell Nope.
- *Going through aggressively long checkout line* Who in the world falls for these check out items? I mean, come on. This “Home Decor” section is worse than Limited Too’s (RIP every tween’s dream store).
- Why are there a million check-out stations but only two cashiers? Does Forever 21 afford to have these cheap prices because they are so understaffed?
- Only one shopper in left before I’m up, the anticipation is real.
- YES I’M UP!
- *Cashier starts ringing up pieces* Well… this is more than expected, but at least I got that formal dress I needed.
- *Hands over card* Instant doubt, instant doubt.
- I need to get out of the store before regret starts kicking in over that 3rd hair bow.
- *Strolls out of Forever 21 with slight grimace but also sense of accomplishment*
- Okay, this is good! Look at me; I got all I needed and then some! I’m not over the top, I’m just over prepared!! *Walks out somehow prepped for two themed parties that may never happen, jewelry that will turn hands green, and finally, if lucky, the dress that was actually needed*
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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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