Controversial AI-Generated protest Song Removed from Spotify,Creator Claims hack
A protest song combining hardcore music with an AI-generated voice,which sparked debate over its anti-immigrant lyrics,has been removed from Spotify and YouTube. The song, titled We say no, no, no to an asylum seekers’ center, features lyrics including, “All borders open, our country is in need. (…) They flood us with people who don’t fit here. asylum seekers with fat bikes, iPhones, expensive jackets.”
Spotify confirmed to NOS that “the rights holders of the song” requested its removal.The song’s creator, identifying himself as JW Broken Veteran – a former soldier with PTSD – claims his accounts were hacked and plans to release a new song, stating he aims to present “a counter-narrative.”
The song’s removal follows criticism from groups like feminist movement Dolle Mina, who labeled it “scandalous” and encouraged streaming of Sophie Straat’s Freedom, Equality, Sisterhood as a response. Spotify had previously stated the song did not violate its policies against inciting violence or hatred.
The Council for Refugees responded to the controversy by releasing its own AI-generated carnival song, Yes, yes, yes, that’s what the Netherlands is like, promoting a message of inclusivity and cultural enrichment. The association stated it created the song in response to public outcry against the negative tone of the anti-azc song.