However, the song was removed from all major streaming platforms, a requirement for Grammy eligibility, due to its use of AI falling into a legal gray area. This follows a move by Universal Music Group in April to block AI services from using copyrighted songs and to remove songs violating copyright from streaming services. Spotify has also increased its policing of copyright infringement and artificial streaming.
Key takeaways:
- An AI-generated vocal track of rapper Drake, produced by "Ghostwriter", has been submitted for Grammy nomination in two categories: Best Rap Song and Song of the Year.
- The Grammys have updated their policy to allow music with AI-generated components to be eligible for awards, as long as the category for which the track is nominated is for a human-created portion of the song.
- The track "Heart on My Sleeve" was removed from all major streaming services, despite falling into a legal gray area with its use of AI.
- Universal Music Group has requested major streaming services to block AI services from using melodies and lyrics from copyrighted songs and to remove songs that violate copyright.