Queen of power ballads Celine Dion has denied having AI-generated songs.
She also warned fans about fake music performances online.
Dion did not name any specific recording. However, her warning highlights the growing debate around AI in the entertainment industry.
“It has come to our attention that unsanctioned, AI-generated music purporting to contain Celine Dion’s musical performances, and name and likeness, is currently circulating online and across various Digital Service Providers,” the “My Heart Will Go On” singer said on Instagram.
“Please be advised that these recordings are fake and not approved, and are not songs from her official discography,” the post added.
Fans also shared their disappointment about the fake recordings.
One Instagram user highlighted the risks of AI-generated music.
“We already know Celine. We just like to imagine a world where we hear you sing every song we love with that magical voice of yours. Al will never live up to the real artist and is sometimes painful lol… It would be cool to see what fans gravitate towards to do an official version/cover on your next project,” the user commented.
Another fan also criticised the use of AI to copy artists.
“If fans are real fans they will not generate their artistes’ likeness nor should they support the generated work,” another fan added.
Artists speak out against AI
Celine Dion is not the only artist to raise concerns about AI-generated music.
Several major singers have also spoken out against the technology.
Billie Eilish, the Jonas Brothers, Katy Perry and Miranda Lambert signed an open letter in 2024.
The letter highlighted concerns about the growing use of AI in music.
The Artist Rights Alliance organized the campaign.
The non-profit group called on production companies, platforms and digital services to protect human artists.
The group also warned about the impact of AI on artists’ rights.
Dion aims for music comeback
Dion cancelled her upcoming performances in 2022 after doctors diagnosed her with stiff person syndrome.
The condition caused muscle spasms and affected her ability to sing.
Dion later shared her journey in the film “I Am: Céline Dion” on Prime Video.
The film showed her efforts to return to music after she cancelled her world tour.
Dion also returned to the stage during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Her Olympic performance received a warm response from fans around the world.
The singer continues to share updates about her health and stiff person syndrome on Instagram.
Dion’s latest warning adds another issue to her public battle.
She now wants fans to avoid fake songs that use AI to imitate her voice and identity.
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