Last week, we published a note about the possible nomination of an AI-generated song for the Grammy Awards. However, as of today, the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS) has rejected the song “Heart on My Sleeve,” a collaboration between Drake and The Weeknd generated by artificial intelligence (AI) by the user Ghostwriter.
The song was submitted for consideration in the categories of Best Rap Song and Song of the Year at the Grammy Awards. However, NARAS has indicated that the song does not meet the requirements to be nominated, as the vocals were created by AI without the artists’ permission.
The NARAS decision has generated controversy. Some critics have argued that the organization is being too restrictive and that AI should be considered a valid form of musical creation. Others have defended the NARAS decision, arguing that it is important to preserve the standards of the music industry.
In an interview with the New York Times, NARAS CEO Harvey Mason Jr. said that the Drake and The Weeknd song was “absolutely eligible because it was written by a human.” However, in a statement posted on Instagram, Mason clarified that the decision to reject the song was due to the fact that the vocals were not obtained legally and were not authorized by the artists.
The NARAS rejection of the Drake and The Weeknd song is an example of how AI is challenging the traditional conventions of the music industry. As AI becomes more sophisticated, it is likely that more debates will arise about the role of technology in musical creation.What do you think of the NARAS decision?
