Grammy faces controversy over AI-generated song 'Heart on My Sleeve'

An AI-generated collaboration between Drake and The Weeknd called "Heart on My Sleeve" has been submitted at Grammy Awards.

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The song was created entirely by an anonymous human ghostwriter.

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The Recording Academy CEO, Harvey Mason Jr., defended the submission, asserting that it's eligible.

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"Heart on My Sleeve" has been entered in the Song of The Year and Best Rap Song categories.

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But its eligibility faces a challenge due to the Grammys' requirement for broad distribution.

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Universal Music Group, representing Drake and The Weeknd, issued takedown notices.

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