The AI-generated song, “Heart on My Sleeve,” was created using an open-source software called OpenAI’s Jukebox. The track featured lyrics and melodies composed by Ghostwriter977, an anonymous creator who has published AI-generated songs before. However, this time Ghostwriter977 took it a step further by using AI to mimic the voices of two of the biggest names in music right now.
The controversy around the song is a reminder of the legal issues that arise when AI-generated content infringes on copyright law. Some argue that AI-generated content can be transformative and should be protected under the fair use doctrine. But when it comes to mimicking the voices of real-life artists, the lines are blurrier.
As AI continues to develop, it’s likely that we’ll see more cases like this one. But for now, it seems that Universal Music Group and the streaming platforms have made their stance clear: AI-generated content that infringes on copyright law will not be tolerated.
It remains to be seen what will happen to Ghostwriter977 or the creator of “Heart on My Sleeve.” The song may have been removed from streaming platforms, but it has already made an impact on the internet. In some ways, the controversy around the song has only added to its notoriety. And as AI technology continues to evolve, we can expect to see more and more AI-generated content that blurs the lines between what’s real and what’s not.
