As artificial intelligence makes bigger waves in the music industry, many artists are voicing concerns about its impact on creativity. But English rocker Elvis Costello? He’s not sweating it. His witty, refreshingly lighthearted take on the topic offers a much-needed shift from the doom-and-gloom conversations surrounding AI.
Elvis Costello Isn’t Worried About AI
In a November 2024 interview with The Telegraph, Costello opened up about life as a seasoned musician, the state of the industry, and, naturally, artificial intelligence. While some artists view AI as a looming threat, Costello seems entirely unfazed, joking that no algorithm would even bother trying to replicate his unique style.
“Nobody wants to be me,” he said with a laugh.
“I don’t see them conceiving of an algorithm that’s specifically trying to track me down. That ain’t gonna happen. There’s no money in it! Trust me. I live in a different universe to AI. So, they can get on with that whole fantasy. Get on your rocket …