Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the world, but in Papua New Guinea, it is quietly killing the heart of local music. PNG’s original musicians, who work hard to write their own songs and lyrics, are now facing a big threat from AI tools that can copy their style and sound in minutes. What used to take months of creativity is now being replaced by machines that create fake songs with no soul.
Local artists spend their time and money to record songs that carry their stories, culture, and emotions. But when AI-generated music starts to sound like them, their originality loses value. It’s unfair when computer programs can use an artist’s voice or lyrics without permission and release it online for profit. The result is that PNG’s true musicians are losing both recognition and income.
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| AI Killing PNG Original Musicians and Lyrics – A Growing Abuse |
AI abuse is becoming common on social media and music platforms. People are using AI to recreate popular PNG voices or mix local songs without crediting the real creators. Some fans cannot even tell the difference anymore. This makes it easy for fake versions to spread while the original singers struggle to make a living.
The worst part is that many of these AI-generated songs earn money from ads and streaming, while the real musicians get nothing. This is stealing in a digital form. When a machine takes someone’s voice, changes it slightly, and calls it “new,” that’s not creativity—it’s exploitation. PNG’s music industry is already small, and AI abuse makes it even harder for genuine talent to survive.
Music is part of Papua New Guinea’s identity. Every song carries a story of a tribe, a language, or a personal struggle. When AI begins to imitate those songs, it’s not just copying—it’s erasing a piece of culture. AI can be helpful for editing and sound improvement, but it should never replace real musicians or steal their creative work.
PNG needs stronger laws to protect local artists from this digital abuse. The government, music associations, and online platforms must work together to make sure AI tools are used responsibly. Musicians should have full control over how their voices and lyrics are used. Copyright laws must be updated to cover AI-generated content.
AI should serve creativity, not destroy it. Papua New Guinea’s musicians are storytellers, culture keepers, and dreamers. They deserve respect, not replacement. If AI continues to be abused, the next generation might grow up listening to computer-made songs without ever hearing the real voices of PNG’s soul.
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