However, Grammy rules require songs to have "generation distribution," meaning they must be broadly available nationwide. After initially appearing on YouTube and streaming services, the song was taken down due to copyright issues but has since been re-uploaded by unofficial third parties. Despite this, commercial viability for the song remains a challenge. The Recording Academy has clarified that while AI-assisted works can be submitted, only the human portion of the composition or performance can be considered for an award.
Key takeaways:
- An AI-generated song featuring the voices of Drake and the Weeknd, titled "Heart on My Sleeve," has been submitted for Grammy consideration, despite neither artist being involved in its creation.
- The song was created by Ghostwriter, who wrote the lyrics, and it has been submitted for best rap song and song of the year, awards that are given to a song’s writers, not its performers.
- Despite being eligible from a creative standpoint, the song faces challenges due to Grammy rules requiring "generation distribution," and copyright issues have led to the song being taken down and re-uploaded by unofficial third parties.
- Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. clarified that while AI can be used in the creation of a song, the human portion of the composition or performance is the only part that can be considered for a Grammy Award.