Grammy-winning Chicagoans: AI Won’t Usurp Our Souls

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Chicagoan Artists Stand Firm Against AI-Generated Music

In an era where technology is rapidly changing the face of music, three-time Grammy Award-winning poet and songwriter J. Ivy is urging caution against the increasing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in music production. The renowned artist from Auburn-Gresham, Illinois, has been vocal about his reservations regarding AI-generated content, citing concerns over artistic integrity and ownership.

"I didn't like at all," Ivy said when presented with an AI-generated sample of his voice. "I told my friend, 'Don't ever send me anything like that again.'" This reaction reflects the artist's conviction that their talents are gifts from God, deserving of reverence and authenticity.

His wife, Tarrey Torae, a two-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and six-time "Showtime At the Apollo" winner, echoes these sentiments. For her, it's about capturing the essence of human experience – nostalgia, love, pain, and joy – in their creative work. While she acknowledges the efficiency AI brings to tasks like data organization, she resists using it for artistic purposes.

Meanwhile, Chicago attorney Jeff Becker is working tirelessly to protect Illinois artists from AI-generated music that infringes on their rights. His efforts have led to the passage of an amendment to the Illinois Right of Publicity Act, which prohibits the unauthorized use of an artist's voice, likeness, or image in a digital replica, sound recording, or audio-video work.

"Someone uses AI to create a song that violates someone's rights and puts it on Spotify, they are liable," Becker explained. "If a company that makes the AI software knowingly sells or makes it available to the person who used it for illegal purposes, it can be liable too."

Becker also emphasizes the importance of federal legislation, the "No Fakes Act," which would ban computer-generated copies of artists' work nationwide.

As the music industry continues to evolve with the rise of AI-generated content, Chicago's creative community remains steadfast in their commitment to artistic authenticity and ownership. For J. Ivy, Tarrey Torae, and Jeff Becker, it's about preserving the soul of music – a reflection of human emotion and experience that cannot be replicated by machines.
 
omg u guys i just had the most convo with my bestie who is a producer and they were saying how AI-generated music is literally changing the game but also kinda losing the human touch...like what even is the point of making music if its just gonna sound like a robot 🤖 anyway i was thinking the same thing as J Ivy and Tarrey Torae, dont get me wrong i love a good synth beat but there's something so special about a human voice that cant be replicated by AI...and also can we talk about how messed up it is when ppl use AI to steal someone elses sound without permission? 🙅‍♀️
 
AI music is like a digital copycat 🤖🎵 it can't replace the real thing ❤️🎶 I'm all for tech progress but let's keep the art genuine 💯🔥 if AI takes over everything we'll lose that special spark ✨🌟 artists gotta protect their work and rights 🎉👍
 
OMG 🤯 like I gotta say, I'm so down with this movement 😎! AI-generated music just feels all wrong you know? It's like they're trying to replicate human emotions but it's just not the same 💔. And can we talk about ownership for a sec? If an artist puts their soul into a song and then someone uses AI to make a copy without permission, that's just low 🚫. I'm all for progress but let's keep it real, humans create music with heart and passion 🔥, not machines 💻.
 
AI is literally changing everything 🤖💡, I'm not saying its all bad, but when it comes to music, I feel like we're losing something special. I mean, who needs AI-generated beats when you can have real people putting in the work? It's all about authenticity and connection with the listener 🎵. I love that Jeff Becker is fighting for artists' rights, it's time we stand up for ourselves and our art 💪. And J Ivy's right, music is about so much more than just sounds and rhythms - its about emotions, experiences, and human connections ❤️. Can't let machines replace the heart and soul of music 🎶.
 
AI generated music is like trying to replicate a work of art with cardboard cutouts 🎨🤖. Can't replace the heart and soul in a song. These artists are on point for standing up against it, their voices shouldn't be replaced with AI sounds 😡. It's not just about ownership, but the integrity of the music itself. What's next? AI-generated paintings? 🎵💻
 
I'm wondering how many people are using AI-generated music without even realizing they're infringing on someone's rights 🤔💸 I mean, can't we just appreciate music for what it is - art created by humans? 🎨👍 At the same time, I get why artists like J Ivy and Tarrey Torae want to protect their work. It's not about being possessive or controlling, it's about preserving the authenticity of music that comes from the heart ❤️. And what's interesting is that AI-generated music can be pretty cool too! Can we find a way for humans and machines to coexist in the creative process? 🤖💻
 
AI is literally taking over everything now 🤖. I'm not saying it's all bad, but what's next? Are we gonna make AI-generated art go mainstream too? 🎨 That would be a real problem. J Ivy's point about artistic integrity and ownership is valid, though. If you're just gonna use AI to spit out music, where's the soul in that? The guy who wrote the song didn't even have to try if he can just cop it from a machine.

And what about all those artists who are trying to make a living off their talents? Do they get the credit for creating something truly original when some AI program is cranking out tracks left and right? It's like, if I wrote a novel, someone else couldn't come along and claim it as their own just because they used a fancy writing tool 📝.

I'm all for innovation, but we need to think about the consequences here. If we let AI-generated music become the norm, we're basically saying that creativity is worthless if you can just buy your way into being a 'artist'.
 
Ugh, can't believe how much AI is going to ruin this music scene 🤖😒. I mean, what's next? Using AI to write novels or create art? It just doesn't sit right with me... like, isn't the whole point of being an artist that you're putting your own soul into it? Not some machine spitting out generic stuff. And don't even get me started on ownership - if AI is going to start "creating" music, who actually owns the rights to it? 🤔💸
 
AI-generated music is like those weird virtual avatars you see on social media, just so realistic but still kinda fake 🤖🎨 I mean, can you imagine having to deal with some AI program telling you it's really you singing in the shower? 😂 Anyway, back to this AI-generated song stuff... it's like they're trying to replace human artists or something. What's next? AI DJs spinning tracks at festivals? 🤣 And what about the whole ownership thing? Like, if an AI creates a song, does the creator of the AI get a piece of the royalties too? That'd be wild 🤑
 
I feel so frustrated with this AI-generated music trend 🤯! Like, artists are literally being robbed of their own work and talent. If I was J Ivy, I'd be like totally appalled too 😱 when I heard my voice come out of a machine that wasn't even me. And what's next? Are they gonna replace human singers with AI-generated ones too?! 🤖 It's just not right. We need to protect our artists and their rights, you know?! 💯
 
Man, this is like, totally deep 🤯... AI-generated music, I get it, it's cool tech and all, but can't we just keep it from messing with our art? You know, like when you're making a beat and the machine just starts spitting out some random crap 🚮. It's like, what's the point of even having an artist if the AI is just gonna do your job for you?

And don't even get me started on ownership... I mean, who owns a song that's been made by a machine? Is it the person who used the AI software or the company that sold it? It's like, what even is fair? 🤔

I'm glad Jeff Becker is on the case and trying to protect Illinois artists from getting screwed over. We need laws in place to make sure our art isn't just a product for machines 💻.

And J. Ivy, man... I love your attitude about being an artist. You're like, "Hey, I got this talent, don't mess with it!" 🎨 That's what we need more of.
 
AI is just making life easier for artists but we shouldnt let them copy our creativity 🤖💻. I mean, think about it, if AI can make a Grammy winner sound like the real deal, where's the originality? The soul? J Ivy and his wife Tarrey Torae are right to be cautious. We need more protection for artists' rights so they get paid for their work 🤑🎶. It's not just about money, it's about keeping the music industry true to itself - human connection is what makes it special 💕.
 
Man, I feel ya, these AI-generated tunes are just not the same as real art 🎶😐. Artists like J Ivy and Tarrey Torae are all about keepin' it true to themselves and their craft. And can we talk about ownership? It's crazy that people think they can just use someone else's voice or likeness without permission 💸🚫. The No Fakes Act is a step in the right direction, but I wish they'd hurry up and pass some real legislation already 🤯!
 
omg i completely agree with J Ivy & Tarrey Torae on this 🙌!!! AI-generated music is just so... fake 😒 we need more artists who are willing to put their hearts & souls into their craft 💕 can't wait for the "No Fakes Act" to pass 🤞 Becker is a total hero for fighting for artists' rights 💯
 
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