Viral Hit 'I Run' Removed from Spotify After 13 Million Streams Over AI Vocal Controversy
Summary
Spotify removes viral dance track 'I Run' after 13 million streams and reaching No. 11 on US charts due to suspected AI-generated vocals that listeners mistook for Grammy-nominated singer Jorja Smith, with creator HAVEN denying AI use despite engineer mentioning Suno platform involvement.
Key Points
- Viral dance track 'I Run' by unknown artist HAVEN reaches No. 11 on Spotify's US charts with over 13 million streams before being removed for suspected AI-generated vocals that mimic established artists
- Spotify confirms the track's removal under anti-impersonation policies and states no royalties will be paid to creators, while listeners initially mistake the vocals for Grammy-nominated singer Jorja Smith
- London producer Harrison Walker identifies himself as HAVEN and claims the vocals are his own processed voice, though controversy intensifies after audio engineer mentions using AI platform Suno in the recording process