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Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Celine Dion Speaks Out Against AI Songs Circulating Online
As the music industry deals with the rise of artificial intelligence, legendary singer Celine Dion is not staying quiet, especially regarding her music. Recently, she took to Instagram to warn fans that AI-generated music with her voice and name is circulating online. Dion expressed concern about the misuse of technology and hoped listeners would avoid these recordings. Keep reading to see what Celine Dion said about AI songs, plus how other artists are responding to the presence of AI. While AI can mimic sound, it can't produce the dedication, genuine talent and emotion that artists have worked on for years, which is one of the reasons Dion decided to speak up. 'It has come to our attention that unsanctioned, AI-generated music purporting to contain Celine Dion's musical performances, and name and likeness, is currently circulating online and across various Digital Service Providers,' the singer said Saturday in an Instagram post. She continued, 'Please be advised that these recordings are fake and not approved, and are not songs from her official discography.' Dion did not reveal which songs or recordings AI used, but she's not the only one wary of this technology's impact on the industry. In April of 2024, more than 200 artists signed a letter speaking out against AI-related threats in the music industry. Some names include Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, Darius Rucker, the estate of Frank Sinatra, the Jonas Brothers, Jon Bon Jovi, Katy Perry, Miranda Lamber and many others. The letter, written by the Artists Rights Alliance, a non-profit organization, called on AI developers, technology companies, platforms, and digital music services to 'cease the use of artificial intelligence to infringe upon and devalue the rights of human artists.' It also detailed the benefits of AI when used correctly, but 'unfortunately, some platforms and developers are employing AI to sabotage creativity and undermine artists, songwriters, musicians and rightsholders.' The goal is to stop devaluing music, and many artists also feel that AI can threaten their privacy, music and overall livelihood. 'This assault on human creativity must be stopped,' the letter continued. 'We must protect against the predatory use of AI to steal professional artists' voices and likenesses, violate creators' rights and destroy the music ecosystem.' The Grammy winner is not afraid to speak out about her music and the permissions required to use it. In fact, during a rally in August 2024, Dion called out President Donald Trump for using her song "My Heart Will Go On" without her permission. In a message posted to X, Dion and her team shared a statement about the incident. 'Today, Celine Dion's management team and her record label, Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc., became aware of the unauthorized usage of the video, recording, musical performance, and likeness of Celine Dion singing 'My Heart Will Go On' at a Donald Trump / JD Vance campaign rally in Montana,' the statement read. They continued, 'In no way is this use authorized, and Celine Dion does not endorse this or any similar use. …And really, THAT song?' Dion has been taking a break from the limelight ever since her Stiff Person Syndrome diagnosis but will still stand up to defend her work and her music. For more trending content Backstreet Boy Brian Littrell Joins Son for Emotional 'American Idol' Duet: 'I Get My Voice From My Dad' Katy Perry, Gayle King Join First All-Woman Space Crew In 60 Years: 'Reach For The Stars, Literally' Jason Isaacs Reveals Lucius Malfoy's Iconic Look Was His Idea—'He's an Aristocrat!'
Al Bawaba
08-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
Celine Dion speaks out against AI-Generated music using her voice
ALBAWABA - Celine Dion condemns AI-generated music using her voice without permission. Also Read Trump's response to Taylor Swift AI-Generated images sparks debate Celine Dion has expressed her disapproval of music that was produced by artificial intelligence and in which her voice was allegedly taken advantage of without her permission. Taking to her official Instagram account on Friday, March 7, the singer, who is well known for her single "Heart Will Go On," addressed the issue of her voice being used online by an artificial intelligence without her permission. "It has come to our attention that unsanctioned, AI-generated music purporting to contain Celine Dion's musical performances and name and likeness is currently circulating online and across various digital service providers," she stated at the beginning. "Please be advised that these recordings are fake and not approved, and that they are not songs from her official discography," the five-time Grammy winner continued. "Please be aware of this." LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JUNE 28: Celine Dion (Photo by BRUCE BENNETT / Getty Images via AFP) Dion's tweet coincided with the growing anxiety among creative individuals, particularly musicians, regarding the possibility of artificial intelligence (AI) creating music without the permission of the artist and reaping profits from it. In the year 2024, well over two hundred musicians have signed an open letter that condemns "AI music generation technology." This letter was drafted with the assistance of the Artists Rights Alliance. The petition specifically states, "We, the undersigned members of the artist and songwriting communities, call on AI developers, technology companies, platforms, and digital music services to cease the use of artificial intelligence to infringe upon and devalue the rights of human artists." Billie Eilish, Zayn Malik, Jon Bon Jovi, Katy Perry, Camila Cabello, and a great number of other well-known musicians were among the artists who signed the petition. According to the official statement, we believe that, when used responsibly, AI has enormous potential to advance human creativity in a manner that enables the development and growth of new and exciting experiences for music fans everywhere.
