The Wrong Question About AI-Generated Lyrics
I think we’re asking the wrong question about AI-generated lyrics. The question isn’t: “Can AI write songs?” Clearly it can. The real question is: “Can AI recognize when a lyric should be rewritten?” Those are completely different abilities. Writing creates options. Editing creates quality. One is generation. The other is judgment. Most debates focus on […]
The Most Honest Feedback I Ever Received About My Music
Years ago, I shared a song I was genuinely proud of. I thought the lyric was clever. I thought the message was clear. I thought people would immediately understand what I was trying to communicate. One listener gave me feedback I’ll never forget. They said: “I understand what you’re saying, but I don’t feel anything.” […]
Why Emotion Matters More Than Technology in Songwriting
A lot of musicians are fighting the wrong battle. They keep asking: “Should artists use AI?” I think that’s the least interesting question in the entire debate. The better question is: “Can listeners tell when nobody cared?” Because they usually can. I’ve heard fully human-written songs that felt lifeless. I’ve heard AI-assisted drafts that contained […]