A controversy has erupted in the music industry involving a popular artificial intelligence company responsible for the creation of the viral sensation “BBL Drizzy.” According to a report from Wired, major record labels including Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group have filed two copyright infringement cases against AI startups Suno and Udio in Massachusetts and New York, respectively.
The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) alleges that both Suno and Udio trained their AI models using unlicensed sound recordings, resulting in tracks that bear similarities to copyrighted songs owned by the labels. RIAA chair and CEO Mitch Glazier expressed concern over the exploitation of artists’ work for profit without proper consent or compensation, hindering the advancement of innovative AI technologies for all.
The lawsuits seek damages of up to $150,000 per infringed work, although the specific songs allegedly used by Suno and Udio were not detailed in the report. It is also mentioned that neither app has revealed the specifics of the training data used for their AI generators.
In a separate report by CNN, it is highlighted that Udio was the platform utilized by comedian and tech enthusiast King Willonius to create “BBL Drizzy,” a track that gained immense popularity during Drake’s feud with other prominent artists. The controversy surrounding the use of AI in music creation continues to raise questions about intellectual property rights and ethical considerations in the digital age.