Rapper BabyChiefDoIt Defends Using AI For Lyrics

Rising Chicago rapper and recent XXL Freshman, BabyChiefDoIt, has found himself at the center of a heated debate after revealing he uses artificial intelligence as part of his songwriting process. The admission sparked significant online backlash, prompting the teenage drill artist to clarify that his comments were taken out of context and to defend his artistic integrity.

The ChatGPT Confession

The controversy ignited following BabyChiefDoIt's appearance on Power 105.1 on August 11. During the interview, he admitted to experimenting with ChatGPT for creative inspiration. "I’ve been using that st to write my lyrics. Real st... That s**t works," he stated. He later clarified that he doesn't use the AI-generated output verbatim but rather as a tool to spark ideas.

Social Media Erupts

Despite his clarification, clips from the interview quickly spread across social media, and the admission did not go over well with many fans and critics. Users accused the rapper of undermining the authenticity and artistry of hip-hop, questioning the creativity and soul behind his music. The backlash centered on the idea that using AI for lyricism was a form of cheating or a shortcut that discredited his skills.

The Rapper Responds

In response to the growing criticism, BabyChiefDoIt took to Instagram to defend himself. In a series of since-deleted Stories, documented in screenshots, he pushed back against the notion that technology could replace his genuine talent. "Being on the internet becomes unfun when you take me serious," he wrote. "If ChatGPT was the solution to all my problems, why in the absolute f**k would I give y’all the sauce." He also shared what appeared to be messages from his team, cautioning him about his framing. One advisor allegedly wrote, "We don’t wanna make it seem like you’re not a real writer and lyricist ‘cause you are... People think you got ghostwriters now."

Career Unfazed by Controversy

Even with the debate swirling, BabyChiefDoIt's career trajectory continues its upward climb. His single “WENT WEST” is steadily gaining momentum and building buzz. His profile was recently boosted even further with a feature on Chance the Rapper’s upcoming album, STAR LINE, introducing his sound to a much wider audience. His inclusion on the coveted XXL Freshman list had already solidified his status as one of the genre's most promising new artists.