Earning Ideas

Create music using AI technology, leverage market research to identify popular music genres, and then publish on major music platforms to earn royalties through play counts.

YouTube blogger @ericlamideas conducted a 30-day AI music experiment, including market research, using Suno to create music, designing album covers, and uploading them. Despite no promotion, he received nearly 35,000 plays and $83 in royalties (approximately 600 RMB), and also mentioned precautions against distributor scams.

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Target Audience

Suitable for individuals or small music production teams interested in the music industry who are willing to try new technologies for music creation and distribution.

Difficulty Level

Moderate. Requires a basic understanding of the music market, proficiency in using AI music creation tools, and basic skills for music distribution platforms.

Operational Process Method

Market Research:

Use ahrefs market research tool to determine music needs on platforms like Google, Bing, and YouTube by searching keywords.

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Enter the keyword "music" to view the popularity of different song types across platforms.

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Select Music Genre:

For example, based on research results, choose music genres with market demand, such as game music or baby sleep music.

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At this point, you can also look at the styles of such music works on YouTube platforms.

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AI Music Creation:

Use AI music creation platforms (such as Suno or udio) to create music that meets market demand.

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Music Editing:

Use Suno tools to edit and extend music tracks as needed, ensuring the track length meets platform requirements.

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Album Cover Design:

Use AI image generation tools (such as ChatGPT and Canva) to design eye-catching album covers.

First, use ChatGPT to generate a poster image that matches the style:

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Then use Canva for secondary design, adding text and other elements.

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Music Distribution:

Choose music distribution platforms (such as Emubands or Spotify) to upload and publish music.

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Royalty Income:

Estimate potential income based on music play counts across various platforms using a royalty calculator.

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Case Review

AI music creation offers a new way to participate in the music industry, allowing individual creators to enter the market with lower costs and barriers. By accurately targeting the market and creating music that meets demand, creators have the opportunity to secure a stable income source. However, the music industry is highly competitive, and creators need to continuously optimize their creative strategies, improve the quality of their work, and be aware of risk diversification to avoid potential industry fraud.

Tools Used

  • AI Music Creation Platforms: SunO, Amper Music.
  • AI Image Generation Tools: ChatGPT, Canva.
  • Music Distribution Platforms: Emubands, Spotify.

Precautions

  • Be mindful of copyright and legal issues when creating and distributing music, and consult a professional lawyer if necessary.
  • Stay sensitive to music market trends and adjust your creative direction in a timely manner.
  • Diversify the use of multiple distribution platforms to reduce risks associated with a single platform.