Top 10 AI Generated Songs
TLDRWatchMojo's top 10 AI-generated songs list explores the fusion of technology and music, featuring collaborations with human artists and AI's own creations. From the pioneering 'Iliac Suite' to the virtual idol Hatsune Miku's 'World is Mine,' the list showcases AI's evolving role in music composition and performance, with tracks that emulate iconic artists and create entirely new soundscapes, all while sparking discussions on the future of music creation.
Takeaways
- π΅ The top 10 AI-generated songs list celebrates the best music created with the help of artificial intelligence.
- π©βπ» 'Iliac Suite' by Lejaren Hiller and Leonard Isaacson, composed with the help of a computer in the 1950s, is a pioneering AI composition.
- π€ IBM Watson's collaboration with artists on 'Not Easy' demonstrates AI's capability in songwriting, analyzing patterns of current pop music.
- π€ The song 'Savages Alta' by Ulta has sparked controversy for its AI emulation of popular artists, sounding like a collaboration between Drake and The Weeknd.
- π Virtual musical stars like Michaela, a virtual Instagram model, are gaining popularity with AI-generated music, blurring lines between reality and virtuality.
- π Taryn Southern's 'Break Free' showcases the potential of AI in music composition, combining emotive vocals with machine-made backing tracks.
- πΈ Kurt Connor's AI-written song in the style of Metallica demonstrates the advanced capabilities of AI in replicating the style of legendary bands.
- πΆ David Bowie's 'Hello Spaceboy', co-written with AI, is an example of his forward-thinking approach to music and technology.
- π΅ 'Daddy's Car' by Sony CSL Research Lab emulates the style of The Beatles, showing AI's ability to recreate the sound of iconic bands.
- π 'Drowned in the Sun' by Lost Tapes of the 27 Club uses AI to create a song that sounds like it could be a lost Nirvana track, honoring the legacy of Kurt Cobain.
- π 'World is Mine' by Supercell featuring Hatsune Miku, a virtual idol, highlights the global impact and popularity of AI-generated music and virtual performers.
Q & A
What is the main topic of the video?
-The main topic of the video is the top 10 AI-generated songs, discussing the best songs created all or in part with artificial intelligence.
What is the criteria for the songs included in the list?
-The songs included in the list are those with lyrics and/or music generated by AI and performed by humans.
What is the significance of the song 'Iliac Suite'?
-The 'Iliac Suite' is significant as it represents a breakthrough in AI composition, being one of the earliest AI-generated pieces and performed by a real-life string quartet.
Who were the creators of 'Iliac Suite'?
-The 'Iliac Suite' was created by Leonard Isaacson and the Illiac computer, with the help of two composers and professors at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
What role did IBM Watson play in the creation of 'Not Easy'?
-IBM Watson analyzed lyrical and compositional patterns of current pop music, and its findings were used by Alex the Kid to create 'Not Easy' with the help of other artists.
How does the AI-generated music track 'Hard on My Sleeve' relate to Drake and The Weeknd?
-The track 'Hard on My Sleeve' by Duo Ulta sparked major conversation due to its emulation of the styles of Drake and The Weeknd, even though they did not contribute to the song.
What is the significance of the virtual musical star 'Michaela'?
-Michaela is a virtual musical star created by Trevor McFedries and Sarah Deko, who has been releasing music and collaborating with prominent artists, demonstrating the rise of AI in the music industry.
What AI program was used by Taryn Southern to create 'Break Free'?
-Taryn Southern used the AI compositional program Amper to create 'Break Free', showcasing the potential of AI in music composition.
How did Kurt Connor emulate the style of Metallica?
-Kurt Connor used AI to write lyrics in the style of Metallica and performed and produced the song himself, creating a replica that sounds remarkably like the original band.
What AI program did David Bowie use to write lyrics for his song 'Hello Spaceboy'?
-David Bowie used a program called Verbasizer to write lyrics for 'Hello Spaceboy', which was later remixed with The Pet Shop Boys.
What is unique about the song 'Daddy's Car' by Sony CSL Research Lab?
-The song 'Daddy's Car' is unique because it was created by the Sony CSL Research Lab to emulate the style of The Beatles, showcasing advanced machine learning in music composition.
What is the concept behind 'Lost Tapes of the 27 Club'?
-The 'Lost Tapes of the 27 Club' is a project by a Toronto-based non-profit to pay tribute to iconic artists who died at the age of 27, using AI to create music that sounds like it could have been made by these artists.
Why is Hatsune Miku considered an AI celebrity?
-Hatsune Miku is considered an AI celebrity because, as a virtual idol created with the Vocaloid synthesizer program, she has a significant following and performs live, despite not being a real person.
What is the song 'World is Mine' by Supercell featuring Hatsune Miku known for?
-The song 'World is Mine' is known for its energetic performance by Hatsune Miku and a backing track that provides momentum for her vocals, showcasing the impact of AI in music.
Outlines
π΅ AI-Generated Music Evolution π΅
The script introduces the concept of AI-generated music, highlighting the top 10 songs created with artificial intelligence. It mentions that these creations include both lyrics and music composed by AI, but are performed by humans. The video seeks to explore whether AI could be the future of music, inviting viewers to share their thoughts in the comments section. The list includes a variety of examples, starting with 'Iliac Suite', a breakthrough in AI composition from the 1960s, and moving through to more recent collaborations with AI like 'Not Easy' featuring X Ambassadors, Elle King, and Wiz Khalifa, which was co-written by IBM Watson.
π€ AI Emulation and Virtual Artists π€
This paragraph delves into the advancements and controversies surrounding AI in music, such as the ability of AI to emulate popular artists, with 'Hard on My Sleeve' by Ulta being a notable example for its resemblance to a Drake and The Weeknd collaboration. It also discusses the rise of virtual musical stars like Michaela, an AI-created Instagram model who has released music, and the creation of 'Break Free' by Taryn Southern, which was composed with AI assistance. The segment also touches on Kurt Connor's AI-generated songs in the style of famous bands like Metallica and explores David Bowie's use of AI in writing lyrics for 'Hello Space Boy'.
πΆ AI's Tributes and Modern Collaborations πΆ
The final paragraph of the script discusses the tribute to iconic artists who died at the age of 27 through 'Lost Tapes of the 27 Club', a project that uses AI to create music in the style of these artists, with a particular focus on a track that sounds like it could be a genuine Nirvana song. The paragraph also mentions 'Daddy's Car' by Sony CSL research lab, which emulates the style of The Beatles, and 'Oblivious' by Yona and producer Ash Kusa. It concludes with the top pick, 'World is Mine' by Supercell featuring Hatsune Miku, a virtual idol who performs live despite not being real, showcasing the impact of AI in creating music with energy and momentum.
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Keywords
π‘AI Generated Songs
π‘Artificial Intelligence
π‘IBM Watson
π‘Emulation
π‘Virtual Musical Stars
π‘AI Compositional Program
π‘Mental Health Awareness
π‘Hatsune Miku
π‘Sony CSL Research Lab
π‘Musical Emotions
π‘AI and Creativity
Highlights
The countdown of the top 10 AI-generated songs includes tracks with lyrics and/or music created by AI and performed by humans.
Iliac Sweets, a string quartet composed with the help of a computer, represents an early AI breakthrough in music composition.
The computer-generated score of 'Iliac Sweets' was performed by a real-life string quartet, showcasing the machine's impressive arrangement skills.
IBM Watson's collaboration with Alex the Kidd, X Ambassadors, Elle King, and Wiz Khalifa on 'Not Easy' demonstrated AI's songwriting capabilities.
AI's emulation of popular artists, such as Drake and The Weeknd, has sparked major conversations in the music industry.
The virtual musical star Michaela, created by Trevor McFedries and Sarah Deku, has released music with AI-generated vocals and production.
Taryn Southern's 'Break Free' was made with AI compositional program Amper, blending emotive vocals with machine-made backing tracks.
Kurt Connor's YouTube channel features AI-written songs performed in the style of legendary bands like Metallica.
David Bowie's 'Hello Spaceboy' was co-written with an AI program called Verbasizer, adding a new dimension to his forward-thinking style.
Sony CSL Research Lab's 'Daddy's Car' emulates the style of The Beatles, showcasing machine learning's ability to mimic iconic bands.
Lost Tapes of the 27 Club's 'Drowned in the Sun' sounds like a genuine Nirvana song, highlighting AI's potential to recreate the work of deceased artists.
The song 'Oblivious' by Oyumama and Ash Kusa is an example of AI-generated music that is both warm and remarkable.
Ava and Brad Fry's AI Rock instrumental creates an epic movie or video game soundtrack feel.
Holly Herndon and Jaylin's 'Godmother' was created with AI program Spawn, resulting in a trippy musical experience.
Hatsune Miku, a virtual idol powered by Vocaloid, collaborates with Supercell in 'World is Mine', demonstrating AI's impact on music.
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