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Songwriters for Doja Cat and Jonas Brothers Dispel Fears about Artificial Intelligence

Songwriters who've collaborated with Doja Cat, the Jonas Brothers, and BTS have stated that there is no reason to fear AI. At the BMI Song of the Year Awards, the BBC Newsbeat team interviewed the creators of some of the largest hits from around the world while they walked the red carpet. Views regarding the tech are divided, but authors inform us AI can be a helpful resource. People employ it to imitate the style of the performer they are creating music for to determine how a song sounds, or to resolve periods of writers' inhibition. They are all unanimous in the belief that AI cannot replicate the creativity and feelings involved in the creation of music. Linden Jay has a full understanding of that. He was a contributor on Doja Cat's Woman, which was awarded the title of Song of the Year at the awards ceremony. Linden embraces AI as an aid, but maintains that it can't ever fully supplant the expertise needed to create a great song. He mentions that he has utilized it somewhat in his writing for the purpose of helping refine his ideas. And, obviously, my singing chops aren't the greatest, so occasionally I imitate the vocal stylings of a renowned musician to help me determine whether I'm moving in the right direction with a song. Aaron Horn, who co-wrote the song Woman with Linden, concurs. He posits that it's a device people can use to supplement any deficiencies. "It's fantastic to have fresh tools... there's always new equipment coming to the studio." Although Aaron claims to have little experience with Artificial Intelligence, he likens it to a web-based rhyming dictionary, a very popular platform that gives ideas on how to fit words together for rhymes in poems and song lyrics. From Aaron and Linden's perspective, they don't believe that the music industry should be apprehensive of employing novel technologies as "a good song is a good song". Jessica Agombar, the composer of What a Man Gotta Do for the Jonas Brothers, has stated that she has been finding her muses through artificial intelligence. She marvels at some of the remarkable capabilities, such as the voice imitation feature Linden pointed out. Some singers were concerned about the capability as a result of an unapproved song released this year that employed AI generated vocals from Drake and The Weeknd. Despite the head of Spotify asserting that the app wouldn't totally eliminate AI-produced music, Jessica is of the opinion that artistic expression will remain intact. "In my opinion, crafting authentic music always involves artistry, adding your own vocals to the track, and allowing yourself a few inaccurate notes," she explains. I prefer rock and roll over the artificial, computerised approach. Kamille, renowned for her collaborations with Little Mix, Mabel and Kylie Minogue, has highlighted the significance of not allowing technology to facilitate the composition of a song in an overly straightforward manner. She states that she does her utmost to keep her distance from it. I need to trust my own mental faculties and be certain I'm not becoming overly reliant on them." I just have the urge to rely solely on my own intellect and make sure I'm not letting go of the skills I possess and becoming too dependent on them. I should have confidence in my own mental capabilities and make sure I'm not becoming excessively dependent on them. It can be soothing and it can be therapeutic." I think the secret to successful songwriting is to put your emotions and feelings on paper. It can help heal and be a form of calming relief. It's essential that we don't forget that element as technology progresses. The authors advise against being overly reliant on AI if one is contemplating a job in the sector. Aaron believes that machines are unable to independently produce music unless it is specifically intended for them. He encourages us to accept AI and have faith in ourselves, while at the same time, recognizing the limits of the technology- it can't substitute for the unique insights that come from our own perspectives and experiences. You can tune in to Newsbeat live on weekdays at 12:45 and 17:45 - or catch up with the program online.

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