Céline Dion joins the list of musicians sounding the alarm on fake AI-generated songs
The battle between musical artists and artificial intelligence continues to rage on, with concerns rising over AI-generated music that mimics the voices of famous singers like Céline Dion. Recently, the Canadian singer took to social media to warn fans about unauthorized AI-generated music that has been circulating online, falsely claiming to be her.
In a statement posted on her Instagram, Dion’s representatives made it clear that these AI-generated recordings are fake and not approved by the singer. Several fake recordings have surfaced on YouTube, including covers of popular songs like “Heal Me Lord” and duets with other artists like Whitney Houston and Charlie Puth.
Fans have rallied in support of Dion, expressing outrage over the proliferation of AI-generated music. Many believe that laws should be put in place to protect artists from this type of infringement on their work and likeness.
The issue of AI-generated music has been a hot topic in the creative industries, sparking debates around the legal and ethical implications of using AI to create music without the original artists’ consent. Dr. Charlie Wall-Andrews, a creative industries professor at Toronto Metropolitan University, emphasizes the importance of artists having control over how their work is used and being fairly compensated for it.
Dion is not the only artist who has been affected by unauthorized AI-generated music. Other Canadian performers like The Weeknd, Alanis Morissette, and Shawn Mendes have also had their voices replicated in fake songs online. The Artist Rights Alliance and over 200 musicians have called for action to stop the infringement on human creativity by AI technology.
While some artists have embraced AI technology in their music production, there is a growing concern about the potential for AI to replace human artists and devalue their work. The music industry is working to protect artists’ rights and address issues like deepfakes and unauthorized AI-generated content through industry-wide agreements and detection tools.
Ultimately, the goal is to find a balance where AI can contribute to music production without ripping off artists. By establishing transparent licensing frameworks, ensuring consent, and fair compensation models, AI can be a powerful tool for collaboration and innovation in the music industry. With proper oversight and ethical guidelines, AI has the potential to enhance creativity without diminishing the value of music.
