YouTube has introduced a new feature within its AI-powered Dream Track tool, enabling select creators to remix existing songs.

This feature utilizes Google DeepMind's Lyria model, ensuring that original music is properly credited to artists and rights holders.

The AI can transform songs into different styles, allowing creators to reimagine a pop song as a jazz ballad or an R&B track into a baroque piece.

Currently, this remix option is available to a limited group of U.S. creators, with plans for broader access still unclear.

Eligible songs for remixing include tracks from artists like Charlie Puth, Charli XCX, Demi Lovato, and John Legend, although the complete list has yet to be disclosed.

Concerns have been raised regarding music ownership, as many artists do not control their publishing rights, complicating licensing decisions.

Universal Music Group has publicly opposed AI-generated music, labeling it as 'fraud' and advocating for its ban.

In early 2024, over 200 musicians urged AI companies to stop infringing on the rights of human artists, while some in India view AI as a beneficial tool.

YouTube's initiative reflects a broader trend of platforms offering AI-generated music customization options.

In addition to music features, YouTube is exploring gesture navigation improvements and AI-generated comment reply suggestions for creators.

YouTube is also testing a swipe-up gesture feature for navigating to new videos, enhancing user experience on its mobile app.

The platform continues to integrate AI into its services, enhancing user experience and content recommendations.