- When he (actually started) successfully completed a juice cleanse
Although many of us would like to believe that we're disciplined enough to go on a juice cleanse before every summer, Finals Week forces us to end up like this: 
- When Doug had the cutest festival outfit
As much effort as we put into coordinating flowers and colours to create the perfect flower crown, we often end up having to buy a generic, mass-produced one from the festival vendors. It was rather difficult to have a crown as on-point as Doug's purple rose headband. - When he rode in Kygo's jet
Summer vacation increases the chances of celebrity encounters ever so slightly: Sometimes, we end up at the same resort or tourist sights as vacationing stars. However, it is quite rare for us to fly with a famous DJ to Lollapalooza in their private jet. - When Doug got the perfect booty pic
No matter how many squats or lunges we do, it's unlikely that anyone pull off the butt-pic as well as Doug did. He got the perfect ratio of background, and booty. - When Doug actually got tan
Whilst many of us were tending to our sunburns, and trying to prevent our shoulders from peeling (ew), Doug was probably showing off his perfect tan. - When Doug didn't get judged for being literally-so-basic whilst drinking a fruit mock/cocktail out of a Mason Jar
We all do it. Despite the fact that there's nothing better than refreshing, colourful, fruity beverages in large quantities in the midst of the summer heat, the Mason-Jar-Drink's popularity has resulted in it being classified as "basic". - When he actually looked adorable buried in the sand Whilst some of us do not really fancy the idea of having sand piled on top of us, a few do it for the gram. However, it is not an easy photo to take. As Doug demonstrates, you need to get an angle where the sunlight doesn't place a large shadow on your face, and when you're not sweating from the heat.
- When Doug enjoyed a lovely picnic
We love picnics.. but ideally, the hamper contains cuisine that took more preparation than a PB&J Sandwich stuffed into a Ziplock, which appears to be commonplace. What could also ruin the perfect picnic are the incessant mosquitoes and other insects that are more-than-eager to join. - When he pulled off wet hair
Many people expect to emerge from the water looking like this:
However, the end result is more-often-than-not something like this: - When Doug pulled off the wide-brim hat better than all of us
Whether we're going to the horse races, the beach, or just feel like wearing a hat, it'd be hard to look cuter than Doug in one.
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Although many of us would like to believe that we're disciplined 
As much effort as we put into coordinating flowers and colours to create the perfect flower crown, we often end up having to buy a generic, mass-produced one from the festival vendors. It was rather difficult to have a crown as on-point as Doug's purple rose headband.
Summer vacation increases the chances of celebrity encounters ever so slightly: Sometimes, we end up at the same resort or tourist sights as vacationing stars. However, it is quite rare for us to fly with a famous DJ to Lollapalooza in their private jet. 
No matter how many squats or lunges we do, it's unlikely that anyone pull off the butt-pic as well as Doug did. He got the perfect ratio of background, and booty.
Whilst many of us were tending to our sunburns, and trying to prevent our shoulders from peeling (ew), Doug was probably showing off his perfect tan. 
We all do it. Despite the fact that there's nothing better than refreshing, colourful, fruity beverages in large quantities in the midst of the summer heat, the Mason-Jar-Drink's popularity has resulted in it being classified as "basic". 
Whilst some of us do not really fancy the idea of having sand piled on top of us, a few do it for the gram. However, it is not an easy photo to take. As Doug demonstrates, you need to get an angle where the sunlight doesn't place a large shadow on your face, and when you're not sweating from the heat. 
We love picnics.. but ideally, the hamper contains cuisine that took more preparation than a PB&J Sandwich stuffed into a Ziplock, which appears to be commonplace. What could also ruin the perfect picnic are the incessant mosquitoes and other insects that are more-than-eager to join. 
Many people expect to emerge from the water looking like this:
Whether we're going to the This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
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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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