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Mooki Rejects AI Music, Prefers 'Natural Stupidity'

By אביב דרורי

Translated & summarized from Israel Hayom by baba

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Israeli singer Mooki announced he will not use artificial intelligence in his music, stating "I don't touch it, I don't go near it." He finds AI-generated songs imitating his style particularly disturbing, causing him discomfort. Mooki prefers human creativity, humorously suggesting a focus on "Natural Stupidity" over "Artificial Intelligence."

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Singer Mooki refuses to use AI in his music, stating "I don't touch it, I don't go near it."
Mooki believes AI lacks genuine intelligence and has nothing to teach him.
He finds AI-generated songs mimicking his style deeply uncomfortable.
Mooki prefers asking his children for information over using AI tools.
He humorously advocates for addressing "Natural Stupidity" before "Artificial Intelligence."

Israeli singer and songwriter Mooki has stated he has no intention of using artificial intelligence (AI) tools in his music creation process. In an interview on the "Musical Chairs" podcast with Ido Porat on Radio 99FM, Mooki expressed a strong aversion to AI, declaring, "I don't touch it, I don't go near it. There's no intelligence in it." He explained that he doesn't believe AI has anything to teach him and that if he needs information, he prefers to ask his children.

Mooki finds AI-generated songs that imitate his style particularly unsettling. He described instances where acquaintances send him music created by platforms like Suno, asking for a "song like Mooki's." Upon hearing these AI imitations, Mooki stated he feels a strong sense of discomfort, describing it as "my whole body shrinks" and expressing disbelief at the result.

He humorously suggested focusing on "Natural Stupidity" before delving into "Artificial Intelligence," emphasizing his preference for human creativity and experience over machine-generated content. Mooki's stance highlights a deep skepticism towards AI's role in artistic endeavors, prioritizing authentic human expression.