Sting, the former lead singer of The Police, has said he doesn’t see artificial intelligence (AI) as a competitor when it comes to creating music. During an interview with the BBC’s Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg, he explained that while AI can generate catchy pop songs, it lacks the personal experiences and emotions that human artists bring to their work. Sting noted that AI “has never had its heart broken” and “doesn’t have a story—it has a borrowed story,” meaning that listeners aren’t truly hearing a song from someone’s lived experience. Sting also pointed out that audiences still prefer to attend live concerts to see a “vulnerable human being who can make mistakes” rather than a “perfect machine.” His comments come as part of a broader discussion among musicians about the role of AI in the music industry. Sting, whose real name is Gordon Sumner, warned that AI could pose a risk to the labor market, saying, “we’re all in that danger.” He is not alone in expressing concerns or opinions about the impact of AI on music. Other musicians have shared mixed views on the topic. Tony Visconti, the producer of David Bowie, said that Bowie would have experimented with AI tools but called them “disgusting.” Nia Archives, a dance music producer, expressed skepticism about the longevity of AI-generated music, stating in July that she didn’t think it would last. “I don’t know if AI music will last to be honest with you,” she said, comparing it to a “fleeting technology moment.” In contrast, Linda Perry, the singer of 4 Non Blondes, urged artists to embrace AI in May. She likened it to the microwave, saying it is “just another tool that has shown up to make people’s life easier in some way.” Perry argued that resisting such technology would mean “running from the future.” Her perspective highlights the ongoing debate about whether AI is a threat or an opportunity for creative industries. Sting has had a long and successful career, both with The Police and as a solo artist. With The Police, he achieved five UK number one singles, including “Message In A Bottle,” “Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic,” and “Every Breath You Take,” as well as six UK number one albums. His solo career, which began in 1985, added three UK top 10 singles and three UK number one albums to his discography.