AR Rahman’s recent AI-driven project sparks debate. As technology continues to advance, the music industry is not immune to the influence of artificial intelligence (AI). In a groundbreaking move, Academy Award-winning composer AR Rahman recently incorporated AI to recreate the voices of late singers Bamba Bakya and Shahul Hameed in his album from the Rajinikanth starrer Lal Salaam. This marks a significant development in the Indian music scene, sparking debates and concerns among fans and industry professionals alike.
Amidst the discussions, legendary singer Kavita Krishnamurthy has raised her voice, expressing apprehensions about the potential misuse of AI in the music realm. In an interaction with news agency ANI, Krishnamurthy shared her concerns, emphasizing the deep personal connection individuals have with music.
While acknowledging the role of technology in various fields such as medicine and science, Krishnamurthy conveyed her unease with the use of artificial intelligence in music. She questioned the emotional authenticity of songs created through AI, stating, “I feel scared of artificial intelligence. When you think of AI for music, I feel very scared, and I feel that there can be a lot of misuse.”
The singer further delved into the impact of AI on the artistic expression of music. She raised a poignant question about the ability of AI to replicate emotions in songs, especially when it comes to diverse languages. Krishnamurthy challenged the notion of an AI-generated song carrying the same emotional depth as one sung by a human artist who invests their emotions in the performance.
“Take my voice sample and get AI to sing it in Arabic, French, Russian, Japanese, or Chinese. I wouldn’t be happy to hear a song of mine in Chinese for which I have not worked hard and sung myself. Because it’s Chinese, it’s fine; it’s my voice, but do you think it will have the same emotion? My question is: What happens? The song is supposed to have emotion. The main part of singing is emotion in any form, whether it is a spiritual song or a happy or sad one. If you are not able to pass the emotion, you are not an artist,” Krishnamurthy emphasized.
As AI continues to push boundaries in the music industry, Kavita Krishnamurthy’s concerns highlight the ongoing debate regarding the preservation of emotional authenticity in songs created through technological advancements. The intersection of art and technology raises complex questions, and the evolving landscape of AI in music will undoubtedly prompt further discussions within the industry and among music enthusiasts.
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