SZA Slams ‘Disgusting‘ Musicians Using AI, Says Platforms Like Suno Train on the ‘Best and Brightest Black Minds of Writers and Producers’

SZA criticized musicians utilizing AI music generators like Suno on Instagram on Saturday, asserting that producer Diplo holds equity in Suno and is attempting to train the AI on "the best and brightest black minds of writers and producers." She highlighted that Black individuals constitute 13% of the U.S. population but significantly influence global culture. SZA expressed her disgust with artists employing AI, particularly when the technology is trained on the work of Black creators without their consent or compensation. She further stated that platforms like Suno are built upon the intellectual property of Black artists and writers, implying a systemic exploitation. The Grammy-winning artist's comments come amid a broader industry debate about the ethical implications of AI in music creation and the potential displacement of human artists. SZA's stance underscores concerns about intellectual property rights and fair compensation for creators in the evolving landscape of music production.