Is AI Changing Music for Better or Worse? DJs Speak Out

Artificial intelligence is moving fast in the music world.

What once helped with simple tasks can now write lyrics, create beats and copy real voices.

This shift is making many artistes uneasy about where music is headed.

South African DJ and producer Prince Kaybee is among those unhappy with the trend.

He believes AI is allowing people without real musical skill to create songs, which he feels weakens the craft.

I can’t wait for the downfall of AI, people who are musically illiterate are making music and it pisses me off.😕

— PRINCE KAYBEE (@KabeloMusic) January 7, 2026

AI generated music is already filling streaming platforms.

Some artistes use it only for beats, while others rely on it to build full tracks.

This has sparked debate, especially as some songs sound polished but lack emotion.

Fellow DJ Euphonik sees things differently. He believes AI can be useful if treated as a tool rather than a replacement.

Still, many listeners worry that as AI voices become more realistic, the human touch in music may slowly fade.