Sheryl Crow has criticized Drake for using artificial intelligence to replicate Tupac Shakur's voice in his recent song "Taylor Made Freestyle." Crow called the use of AI to create a virtual duet with the late rapper "hateful."
Sheryl Crow has criticized Drake for using artificial intelligence to replicate Tupac Shakur's voice in his recent song "Taylor Made Freestyle."
Crow took to Twitter to express her disapproval, calling the use of AI to create a virtual duet with the late rapper "hateful."
Sheryl Crow Slams Drake for Using AI to Replicate Tupac Shakur's Voice
"This is not okay. It's disrespectful to Tupac's legacy and it's wrong to use his voice without his consent," Crow wrote.
Drake's use of AI to create a virtual duet with Tupac has sparked controversy, with some fans criticizing the move as disrespectful.
Sheryl Crow Slams Drake for Using AI to Replicate Tupac Shakur's Voice
Others have defended Drake, arguing that he is simply using technology to pay homage to one of the greatest rappers of all time.
Crow's criticism of Drake is not the first time that the use of AI to replicate the voices of deceased artists has been met with controversy.
Sheryl Crow Slams Drake for Using AI to Replicate Tupac Shakur's Voice
In 2019, the estate of Elvis Presley sued a company that was using AI to create virtual duets with the late singer.
The lawsuit was eventually settled out of court, but it raised important questions about the ethics of using AI to recreate the voices of deceased artists.
Sheryl Crow Slams Drake for Using AI to Replicate Tupac Shakur's Voice
Crow's criticism of Drake's use of AI to replicate Tupac's voice is likely to reignite the debate about the ethics of using AI to create virtual duets with deceased artists.
It is a complex issue with no easy answers. On the one hand, AI technology has the potential to allow us to hear from our favorite artists again, even after they are gone.
On the other hand, there are concerns that AI could be used to exploit the voices of deceased artists without their consent.
Ultimately, it is up to each individual to decide whether or not they believe that using AI to create virtual duets with deceased artists is ethical.
Crow's criticism of Drake's use of AI to replicate Tupac's voice is a reminder that this is a complex issue with no easy answers. It is a debate that is likely to continue for years to come.
In addition to the ethical concerns, there are also legal issues to consider. It is not clear whether or not it is legal to use AI to replicate the voices of deceased artists.
The lawsuit between the estate of Elvis Presley and the company that was using AI to create virtual duets with the late singer is a reminder that the legal landscape is still evolving.
It is important to note that Crow's criticism of Drake's use of AI to replicate Tupac's voice is just one perspective on this issue. There are many other people who believe that Drake's use of AI is respectful and creative.
Ultimately, it is up to each individual to decide whether or not they believe that using AI to create virtual duets with deceased artists is ethical and legal.
