AI-Generated Content Advisory

Full transparency about AI usage in CrisisKaraoke music

Our Commitment to Transparency

CrisisKaraoke believes in full transparency about the use of artificial intelligence in music creation. This page details exactly which elements of our music are AI-generated, which are human-created, and our philosophy on AI in art.

🤖 Clear Statement:

CrisisKaraoke music is created using AI-powered tools for vocals, instrumentation, and production. Human creativity drives the concepts, lyrics, arrangements, and curation.

AI vs. Human Contribution Breakdown

🤖 AI-Generated Elements

ElementAI Tool/Method% AI
LyricsAI-generated with human curation and editing~50%
VocalsAI voice synthesis (Suno, Udio, or similar)~95%
InstrumentationAI music generation models~90%
Production/MixingAI-assisted mixing & mastering~80%
Cover ArtAI image generation (DALL-E, Midjourney, or similar)~85%
VideosAI video generation (Runway, Synthesia, or similar)~85%

👤 Human-Created Elements

ElementProcess% Human
Concepts & ThemesHuman ideation, narrative design100%
LyricsAI-generated with human curation and editing~50%
Song StructureHuman arrangement decisions~60%
CurationHuman selection from multiple AI generations100%
EditingManual audio editing, timing adjustments~40%
Creative DirectionAll artistic decisions100%

The Creative Process

Step 1: Human Ideation

Every CrisisKaraoke song starts with a human-identified everyday frustration or micro-crisis. We craft the narrative, emotional arc, and thematic message.

Step 2: Lyric Writing

Lyrics emerge from an iterative collaboration between AI generation and human curation. We provide thematic concepts and crisis scenarios to AI, which generates multiple lyrical variations. Humans then select the best lines, edit for specificity and absurdist humor, refine phrasing, and ensure the core message and voice remain authentic. The final lyrics blend AI's creative suggestions with human judgment and emotional intent.

Step 3: AI Music Generation

We use AI music generation tools (such as Suno AI, Udio, or similar platforms) to create:

  • Vocal performances in various styles
  • Instrumental backing tracks
  • Genre-specific arrangements

Typically, we generate 10-20 variations and human-curate the best results.

Step 4: Human Curation & Editing

Humans select the best AI generations, then edit and refine:

  • Timing adjustments and transitions
  • Volume balancing and EQ
  • Combining elements from multiple generations
  • Quality control and artistic decisions

Step 5: Final Production

Final mastering may use AI-assisted tools, but all decisions are human-approved. We ensure each track meets our quality and artistic standards.

Why We Use AI

🎯 Creative Exploration

AI enables rapid experimentation with musical styles, vocal performances, and arrangements that would be cost-prohibitive or time-intensive with traditional production.

âš¡ Speed & Iteration

CrisisKaraoke's concept—documenting everyday frustrations in real-time—benefits from fast production. AI tools allow us to capture moments while they're fresh and relatable.

🎨 Accessibility

AI democratizes music production. We don't need a full band, recording studio, or major label backing to create and share music.

🧪 Artistic Experimentation

AI generates unexpected sounds, phrasings, and arrangements that inspire human creativity. It's a collaborative tool, not a replacement for artistic vision.

What AI Cannot Do

While AI is powerful, it cannot:

  • Understand human experience: Only humans can identify which frustrations resonate
  • Make artistic judgments: Curation and taste are human skills
  • Create intentional meaning: Thematic coherence requires human direction
  • Feel emotions: AI simulates; humans genuinely express frustration and humor
  • Build community: Connection with listeners is human-driven

Our Philosophy

Art is Human + AI Collaboration

We view AI as a tool—like synthesizers in the 1980s or digital audio workstations in the 2000s. Technology changes how music is made, but the human element remains essential.

Transparency Over Deception

We believe listeners deserve to know how music is created. CrisisKaraoke openly acknowledges AI usage rather than hiding it.

Quality Over Quantity

We curate AI outputs carefully. Not every AI generation makes the cut—only tracks that meet our artistic standards are released.

Evolving Standards

As AI technology evolves, our processes may change. We'll update this advisory to reflect our current methods.

Copyright & Ownership

CrisisKaraoke retains copyright over our released music, including AI-generated elements. This is consistent with existing copyright law regarding computer-assisted creation. Human creative input (concepts, lyrics, curation, editing) establishes copyrightability.

See our Terms of Service for usage rights and remix guidelines.

Ethical Considerations

Training Data

The AI models we use were trained on large datasets of existing music. We acknowledge:

  • AI learns from human artists' work
  • Debates continue about fair use and compensation in AI training
  • We support ethical AI development and artist compensation systems

Impact on Musicians

We recognize concerns about AI's impact on human musicians. CrisisKaraoke is:

  • A supplemental project, not a replacement for human musicians
  • Experimental and transparent about its methods
  • Open to collaborating with human vocalists, producers, and remixers

Who knows? If CrisisKaraoke grows enough, it would be incredible to one day bring these songs to life on stage with a kick-ass group of real meatsack musicians. That's the dream.

Authenticity

CrisisKaraoke is authentically absurd—AI helps execute a human vision of turning everyday frustrations into cathartic music. The emotions and experiences are real; the production method is AI-assisted.

Future Developments

As CrisisKaraoke grows, we may:

  • Collaborate with human vocalists for select tracks
  • Incorporate live instrumentation
  • Explore new AI tools as they emerge
  • Commission human remixes and covers

Any significant changes to our AI usage will be reflected in updates to this advisory.

Questions & Feedback

We welcome questions, concerns, or feedback about our AI usage:

TL;DR: CrisisKaraoke uses AI for lyrics, vocals, instruments, and production. Humans create concepts, lyrics, arrangements, and make all artistic decisions. We believe in transparency—AI is a tool, not a replacement for human creativity. Questions? We're happy to discuss!

Last updated: November 25, 2025 | This advisory is a living document and will be updated as our processes evolve.