Can an AI-Generated Song Win a GRAMMY?

The intersection of AI music and the GRAMMY Awards is one of the most compelling discussions in the music industry today. With AI-generated music gaining momentum, the question arises: can a song created with artificial intelligence win a GRAMMY? The Recording Academy has made it clear that AI can play a role in music creation, but there must be a significant human element involved for eligibility. However, recent events—such as The Beatles winning a GRAMMY for a song revived with AI and Kanye West openly embracing AI in his creative process—suggest that the boundaries of AI in music are shifting.

The GRAMMYs’ Stance on AI Music

The Recording Academy has established a firm stance on AI-generated music: while AI can assist in the creative process, it cannot wholly replace human involvement. To be eligible for a GRAMMY, a song must have meaningful human authorship. This means that fully AI-generated tracks are not eligible, but works that incorporate AI elements alongside human creativity are considered. The Academy's CEO, Harvey Mason Jr., emphasized that the GRAMMYs are open to evolving technologies but will always prioritize human artistry.

The Beatles’ Historic AI-Enhanced GRAMMY Win

A landmark moment in AI music occurred at the 2025 GRAMMY Awards when The Beatles won Best Rock Performance for their song "Now and Then." The song, originally recorded by John Lennon in the late 1970s, faced technical challenges due to poor audio quality. Despite attempts in the 1990s to complete it, limitations in music technology prevented its release.

Fast forward to today, AI technology—specifically machine learning-based stem separation—was able to isolate and clean up Lennon’s vocals, making the song viable. Filmmaker Peter Jackson’s team played a pivotal role in developing this technology, which allowed Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr to finalize the song. Importantly, AI did not generate new music but restored existing material, leading to its GRAMMY recognition.

The Beatles’ win proves that AI-enhanced music can be awarded at the highest level, setting a precedent for AI’s role in professional music production. The key takeaway? AI-assisted music is welcomed, provided that human artists remain at the core of the creative process.

Kanye West: A Major Artist Embracing AI in Music

One of the most influential and controversial figures in modern music, Kanye West, recently confirmed that he is using AI in the creation of his upcoming album, Bully. In an interview with Justin Laboy, aired on GRAMMY night, West likened AI to autotune—a once-divisive tool that is now standard in the industry. He expressed a desire to make AI more accepted in music production, highlighting its potential to enhance, rather than replace, human creativity.

The announcement sparked mixed reactions from fans. Some praised his forward-thinking approach, while others voiced concerns over AI-generated lyrics and emotional authenticity. However, West’s stance underscores a growing industry trend—AI is becoming an integral part of music creation, whether the industry is fully ready for it or not.

Soundverse: AI-Powered Tools for GRAMMY-Worthy Music

If AI is going to play a larger role in professional music production, artists need the right tools to make the most of it. Soundverse provides a comprehensive suite of AI-powered tools designed to help artists, producers, and musicians create high-quality, industry-standard music. These tools align with The Recording Academy's human authorship requirements, allowing creators to integrate AI while maintaining artistic control.

Soundverse Licensing Model

One crucial aspect of GRAMMY eligibility is ownership and authorship rights. Soundverse’s licensing model ensures that artists retain full rights over their AI-assisted creations, allowing them to distribute, monetize, and submit their music for professional awards.

🔹 Creator Subscription: Provides royalty-free usage for social media, YouTube, podcasts, and client projects. 🔹 Pro Subscription: Adds music distribution rights, enabling artists to release AI-assisted tracks on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music. 🔹 Enterprise Tier: Offers full ownership, sync licensing, and maximum flexibility for agencies, studios, and professional musicians.

For more details, visit the Soundverse Licensing Model FAQ.

Soundverse Features for Professional Music Production

To help artists create GRAMMY-ready music, Soundverse provides several powerful AI tools:

Editor

If AI is going to shape the future of music production, artists need seamless tools that let them harness its power while maintaining creative control. Soundverse’s Editor provides an all-in-one workspace where creators can record vocals, edit, layer, and loop sounds—ensuring a strong human authorship component in their work. While not a full DAW, AI Studio allows artists to refine AI-generated compositions without leaving the platform, bridging the gap between AI assistance and human artistry. This aligns with The Recording Academy’s requirements, giving artists the flexibility to craft GRAMMY-ready music while leveraging cutting-edge technology.

SAAR (Soundverse AI Assisted Remixing)

SAAR enables artists to remix and reimagine their songs with AI assistance. Whether it’s restructuring a track, adjusting tempo, or creating alternate versions, SAAR offers flexibility and precision while keeping the artist in control.

Text-to-Music Generation

Text-to-Music allows users to generate music from text-based prompts, providing inspiration and assisting in composition. While the AI helps lay the foundation, artists can refine and personalize every detail, ensuring a human-authored final product.

Splitter AI (Stem Separation)

Splitter AI is similar to the AI technology used to restore The Beatles’ "Now and Then." It can separate vocals, drums, bass, and other elements from a song, making it easier to remix, enhance, or adapt older recordings while preserving artistic integrity.

Auto-Extend & Auto-Complete

• Auto-Extend helps expand short clips into full-length tracks without losing the original composition’s coherence.
• Auto-Complete intelligently fills in missing sections of a song, helping artists maintain creativity without struggling with writer’s block.

By using these tools, artists can experiment, refine, and push creative boundaries while ensuring that their work meets the GRAMMYs’ human authorship requirements.

So, Can an AI Song Win a GRAMMY?

The answer is: Yes, but with conditions. The Recording Academy’s current rules allow AI-assisted music to compete, provided that a human is the primary creative force behind it. The Beatles’ win proves that AI-enhanced music is already being recognized at the highest level. Kanye West’s adoption of AI signals that mainstream artists are embracing it as a legitimate tool.

Soundverse is at the forefront of this movement, providing AI tools that empower artists while ensuring they retain creative ownership. As AI continues to reshape music production, the industry must evolve—just as it did with autotune, digital recording, and streaming. Whether the next GRAMMY-winning song will be AI-assisted remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: AI is here to stay, and it’s revolutionizing the way music is made.

For more on how the Recording Academy views AI, check out our deep dive: What the GRAMMYs Think of AI in Music.

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Understanding Soundverse's Licensing Model

Soundverse offers a flexible and user-friendly licensing model designed to meet the needs of a diverse range of creators, from hobbyists to professionals. Whether you’re a filmmaker, content creator, or studio, our licensing tiers ensure you have the right permissions for your creative projects. Below is an overview of the available tiers and what each offers:

Free Tier

• Non-Commercial Usage Only: Perfect for personal projects or experimenting with Soundverse’s features.
• Not Allowed: Monetization or commercial use of the generated content.

Creator Subscription Tier

• Royalty-Free Usage: Ideal for creators distributing content across various online platforms.

• Permitted Uses Include:

  • Video Content: YouTube, Vimeo, Twitch, and Facebook streams, ads, or videos.
  • Podcasts & Audiobooks: Including platforms like Spotify and Apple Music (as part of a podcast, not standalone music).
  • Social Media: TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts, and other online platforms.
  • Events & Classes: Use as background music for events or online classes (not for live performance).
  • Client Videos: Internal presentations, wedding videos, or client content distributed online.
  • Advertisements: Online ads or client campaigns.

• Custom Full Ownership License: With this add-on, creators can expand usage rights for TV, films, websites, and even the Metaverse.

Pro Subscription Tier

• Royalty-Free + Sample Usage: Perfect for creators who want added flexibility for their music projects.

• Permitted Uses Include:

  • Everything available in the Creator Tier.
  • Music Distribution: Publish generated audio on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.

• Custom Full Ownership License: Unlocks rights for TV, films, websites, and other major media outputs.

Enterprise Tier

• For Professionals & Agencies: Tailored for marketing agencies, studios, start-ups, and SMEs with high creative demands.
• Includes All Licenses: Full ownership, sync licensing, and the ability to use Soundverse outputs across any platform or medium.
• Ultimate Flexibility: Whether you’re creating for Times Square ads, movies, or large-scale campaigns, the Enterprise Tier has you covered.

For detailed information, visit our FAQ page on the Soundverse Licensing Model.

Need Help Choosing the Right Tier?

Our team is here to help. Contact us at sales@soundverse.ai for tailored advice or assistance with enterprise-level licensing.

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