I’m sure you’ve all heard the AI Drake x The Weeknd song produced by “Metro Boomin” by now, but did you know TIDAL is the first DSP to remove it?

It’s amassed over 250,000 streams on Spotify and who knows how many Laylo signups.

This is arguably the most popular song created using artificial intelligence, and also one of the best marketed songs by any ghostwriter, independently.

I can imagine UMG isn’t pleased and is cracking down as we speak.

Ghostwriter has sparked an interesting conversation regarding creativity, formula, and IP rights. Very interested in seeing how this all plays out. I love how emerging tech shake things up in the music industry.

It’s important to note that AI models are trained by visual and audio datasets that already exist, but the original creators aren’t compensated nor is their consent obtained prior to use. This is where a lot of the controversy lies. Perhaps that’s where blockchain technology can come in to aid authentication efforts.

What are your thoughts on the use of AI to mimic popular artists and producers?

How will legislation regarding AI impact it’s use in music?