As a soon-to-be father, I’ve found myself exploring creative ways to engage with my daughter, Sloane, before she’s even born. One fascinating avenue has been the use of AI-generated music, specifically through Suno, a platform that allows for crafting personalized music. What drew me to this technology is its ability to give me full control over the messaging in each song I create.
So far, I’ve focused on creating songs with positive messaging, designed to surround Sloane with love and warmth. For example, I’ve composed pieces that reaffirm how much her family cherishes her. The beauty of this approach lies in the fact that I can continuously refine and tailor these messages as she grows. With AI, I can not only express love and comfort but eventually build songs that incorporate educational content—whether it’s about learning new words or understanding the world around her. The possibilities are endless.
Looking ahead, I can see Sloane and kids of her generation using AI in their own way to create music that resonates with their individual experiences. It won’t be about discovering music through albums like we did growing up, but more about instantaneously generating songs that reflect their mood, thoughts, or interests at any given moment. While this offers a level of personalization and creativity we’ve never seen before, it does come with certain risks.
One potential drawback is that it could lead to a kind of echo chamber, where kids primarily interact with music that reinforces their current preferences. They might miss out on the broad range of styles and genres that they would otherwise stumble upon by listening to albums from start to finish. This ability to generate music tailored to one’s immediate likes could limit exposure to the diversity of sounds and ideas that are part of what makes music so culturally rich.
As a parent, I’m intrigued by the power AI offers, but I’m also mindful of balancing it with experiences that expose Sloane to music beyond her immediate preferences. I’ll continue exploring ways to combine technology with human discovery, ensuring she experiences both the innovative and timeless aspects of music.
It’s an exciting journey, and I’m looking forward to seeing how this technology evolves alongside her.
You can listen to some of the music I’ve generated for Sloane here.