Rapper Admits AI Writes His Lyrics Causing Fan Backlash

Rapper Admits to AI Ghostwriter

The rapid rise of artificial intelligence is finding new applications daily, and the music world is no exception. Chicago rapper BabyChiefDoIt recently ignited a firestorm of debate after a candid admission on Power 105.1. During the interview, the topic of ChatGPT came up, prompting the rapper to reveal he uses the AI tool to write his lyrics, a moment captured by Genius on Instagram.

Fans Question Authenticity and Creativity

The revelation did not sit well with many listeners, who quickly took to social media to voice their disapproval. The overwhelming sentiment was one of disappointment, with many fans feeling that using AI to write lyrics undermines the very essence of hip-hop and artistic expression.

Here are some of the reactions:

• "Using AI like this will lead to the downfall of the entire music industry. Where is the creativity?"
• "I think there will be a new generation of artist and fans who will have ai normalized and not think anything of this. Personally, I can’t really cosign doing it."
• "Man I’d rather write bars off the dome than do sh*t like this. Where’s the soul & personality to the lyrics? Where’s the authenticity?"

These comments highlight a growing concern among music fans about the role of technology in art, questioning whether AI-generated content can ever replicate the human experience, emotion, and storytelling that are hallmarks of great music.

A Growing Trend of AI in Music

BabyChiefDoIt's case is not an isolated incident. The debate over AI's place in the creative process has been gaining momentum. Just this past June, celebrated artists Erykah Badu and The Alchemist faced a similar backlash. The duo released their single "Next To You," which is set to appear on their upcoming collaborative album, Abi & Alan.

The controversy stemmed from the single's cover art, which appeared to be AI-generated and was seen as a nod to Sonic Youth’s 1990 Goo album cover. The use of AI art for the single's promotion led to widespread disappointment from fans, who were surprised to see artists they admire embrace a technology many view as a threat to genuine creativity. These instances show that as AI becomes more integrated into our lives, the music industry and its audience will continue to grapple with questions of art, authenticity, and the future of creativity itself.