Tech Life The secret ways AI is used to write hit songs
Dec 2, 2025
Manon Dave, a creative technologist and musician who collaborates with stars like Will.i.am, dives into how AI is reshaping the songwriting process, discussing tools like Suno and Udio. He shares mixed reactions from artists toward AI, highlighting the importance of human creativity in melody and lyrics. Rachel Franz, from Fairplay, raises alarms about the risks of AI in children's toys, emphasizing issues like data privacy and harmful behaviors. Together, they shed light on the evolving landscape of AI in music and beyond.
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AI Can Sound Real But Feels Different
- AI-generated tracks can sound convincing but still feel untrustworthy once identified as AI.
- Manon Dave suggests human presence in music preserves imagination and authenticity.
Early Stem Splitting Sparked Exploration
- Manon Dave described discovering stem-splitting models in 2019–2020 that broke songs into guitars, bass, drums and vocals.
- That breakthrough launched his deep exploration of music AI tools.
Contrasting Studio Reactions To AI
- Manon described two studio sessions: one artist fully embraced AI, another strongly rejected it.
- He played AI-influenced work to the skeptical artist and she liked it despite her stance.