CMG (Capitol Music Group) finally decided to drop the controversial AI rapper called FN Meka. The Factory New, the AI developer behind the digital artist, introduced FN Meka back in 2019.
Do you know how many ppl had to agree before signing FN MEKA? A lot. They all thought it was a great idea. They all saw dollar signs & felt innovative without any regard to the culture they’re actively exploiting daily. Capitol Records is under Universal Music Group btw. Shame!
— Tori Nicks 2.0 (@MajestyRia) August 23, 2022
However, the artificial intelligence rapper became controversial when the major record label signed a contract with it.
On the other hand, FN Meka was also able to collab with Gunna, a certified platinum rapper, in the new single called "Florida Water."
Aside from CMG and Gunna, "Fornite" pro player, Clix, is also involved in the rising popularity of the AI-powered rapper since he was featured in the new single.
CMG Drops AI Rapper FN Meka!
According to Kotaku's latest report, the Capitol Music Group decided to cut its ties with the AI rapper because of the serious backlashes from the Black Community.
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CMG Drops AI Rapper FN Meka After Major Criticisms; Clix Didn't Want Any Ties With the Digital Artist?
UPDATE! Capitol Records has officially dropped “Artificial Intelligence Rapper” FN Meka after several days of backlash. This is the fastest a rapper has ever been dropped from a label. pic.twitter.com/bQudap1LIz
— SAY CHEESE! 👄🧀 (@SaycheeseDGTL) August 23, 2022
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"We offer our deepest apologies to the Black community for our insensitivity in signing this project without asking enough questions about equity and the creative process behind it," said CMG.
The label record label company further stated that they are thankful to those individuals who reached out to them with their constructive feedback.
I’m the FIRST person to diss an artificial rapper (FN Meka). 😂🤣
— GOWIE (@DaKidGowie) August 23, 2022
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CMG added that their comments regarding the AI rapper are valuable since they allowed them to come up with their final decision.
Meanwhile, Clix's management also shared their statements, saying that the "Fortnite" pro player didn't want to get involved with FN Meka in the first place.
Now they insulting us with artificial intelligence rappers dropping the N-word. 🤬
— The Union of Black America (@BurnEr92976227) August 24, 2022
“A.I. rapper FN Meka faced pushback from activist groups and observers that the virtual rapper was a stereotypical caricature of Black artists.“ pic.twitter.com/SOFDmj1eiY
The gamer's manager explained that Capitol Records, a subsidiary of CMG, informed them that if Clix wanted to get the "Florida Water" song out, they are required to include the AI rapper in the content.
Why FN Meka is Criticized
BBC reported that the rising AI rapper is being criticized because of how it represents the Black Community.
Before the major record label firm ended its contract with FN Meka, the Industry Blackout, a black activist group, shared their concerns.
The group sent an open letter to CMG, saying that the AI-powered artist is an insult to the Black Community, as well as their beloved culture.
Aside from the negatively portrayed appearance of FN Meka, the lyrics created by the digital rapper also consist of curse words and other slurs.
You can visit this link to see more details about the issues with FN Meka.
Meanwhile, an AI with human-like eyes was created by researchers at the University of Central Florida.
On the other hand, a Disney-backed AI virtual character maker was able to close million-dollar funding.
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