Nearly a dozen major record labels have proposed new rules that would disqualify most AI-generated songs from global music charts, according to industry reports. The proposal, submitted to chart operators worldwide, seeks to limit chart eligibility to AI songs that are primarily created by humans, use AI tools legally, and do not raise concerns about streaming or chart manipulation.
The move comes as tens of thousands of AI-generated tracks are uploaded to streaming platforms every day, flooding the market with low-quality content that some say manipulates chart rankings. The record companies argue that the current system allows AI-made songs to unfairly compete with human-made music, undermining the integrity of charts that influence royalties, visibility, and industry success.
Under the proposed rules, an AI song would only qualify if a human author contributed the majority of the creative work, any AI use was authorized, and the track showed no signs of artificial streaming or bot activity. The labels have not released a full list of signatories, but the group represents a significant portion of the global music industry.
Chart organizations have yet to respond publicly, but the proposal is expected to spark debate over the role of AI in music as streaming platforms continue to grapple with the rise of algorithmically generated content.