Sheryl Crow's fear of artificial intelligence (AI) inspired her to write a new album, and she's now calling on Congress to act on the issue.
In a recent interview with Fox News, Sheryl Crow revealed that her fear of artificial intelligence (AI) played a major role in her decision to make a new album. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter was particularly concerned about the potential for AI to be used to create fake or misleading music and performances.
"I was terrified, and where do I go when I'm terrified? I go to my studio," Crow said. "And I found myself writing just one thing after another, and lo and behold, I had 10 songs."
Crow's new album, "Evolution," is inspired by her fears about AI and the potential impact it could have on the music industry. One of the songs on the album, "We Can Create," explores the idea that AI can never truly replicate the human experience.
"We can create. We can destroy. We can feel pain. We can feel joy. We can plant seeds and watch love grow. We can feel love 'cause it's written in the human code," Crow sings in the song.
Crow is not alone in her concerns about AI. A number of other artists have spoken out about the potential for AI to be used to deceive and manipulate audiences. In an open letter to tech companies, over 200 artists, including Crow, called on the companies to "Stop Devaluing Music."
"The use of AI to create fake or misleading music and performances is a threat to the entire music industry," Crow said. "It's important that we take action now to protect artists and ensure that the music we listen to is real and authentic."
Crow is calling on Congress to pass legislation that would protect artists from the unauthorized use of their likenesses and voices. She also wants Congress to address the issue of fake music and performances, which she believes is a form of deception.
"I hope you will support us in these efforts, so artists can keep making it for you," Crow said. "It's what we love doing and it matters in the course of our history as human beings on this planet."
