AI-generated and AI-assisted music has appeared on Billboard charts across various genres, including gospel, rock, and country.

In recent months, according to Billboard, at least six AI or AI-assisted artists have debuted on these rankings, though the total number of songs or artists using AI is not yet clear. Some artists disclose their involvement with AI on streaming platforms, while Billboard reports using detection tools, such as Deezer’s identification system, to verify AI-generated or AI-assisted content.

Billboard Entries And Commercial Performance

Xania Monet, an AI-powered artist created by Mississippi-based songwriter Telisha “Nikki” Jones, has charted on multiple Billboard listings. Jones produces Xania Monet’s music by blending her own lyrics with live recordings and the AI platform Suno, as AFROTECH™ previously reported.

According to Billboard, Xania Monet’s “Let Go, Let Go” reached No. 3 on Hot Gospel Songs, and “How Was I Supposed to Know?” peaked at No. 20 on Hot R&B Songs. The artist also debuted on Adult R&B Airplay, becoming the first AI artist to appear on a Billboard radio chart. Xania Monet’s catalog generated over $50,000 in just over two months and led to a multi-million-dollar deal with Hallwood Media.

Other AI-assisted projects have also been placed on Billboard charts. According to the outlet, ChildPets Galore appeared on Christian Digital Song Sales, Unbound Music reached No. 10 on Rock Digital Song Sales, Enlly Blue peaked at No. 15 on the same chart, and Breaking Rust reached No. 5 and No. 14 on Country Digital Song Sales with two songs. AI-assisted music had also charted prior to 2025; in 2023, Trump The Don reached No. 5 on Rap and R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Song Sales, while BOI WHAT appeared on Hot Hard Rock Songs at No. 14.

Billboard data shows that AI-assisted songs are reaching measurable audiences across genres. As these works gain visibility, how does current copyright law apply to music created entirely by AI or with AI assistance?

Copyright Guidance And Human Authorship

The U.S. Copyright Office (USCO) released a report in January 2025 outlining how copyright applies to works created with generative AI. The report notes that using AI tools to assist human creativity does not affect copyright eligibility and that questions of copyrightability for AI-assisted content can generally be addressed under existing law.

The USCO clarified that fully AI-generated works, such as songs created entirely by platforms like Suno or Udio, are not eligible for copyright, while AI-assisted works are evaluated individually based on human contributions. The report identifies three common ways AI is used in music: generating works through prompts, expressive inputs, and arranging or modifying AI-generated content.

These guidelines apply to Billboard-charting AI-assisted artists, such as Xania Monet, which combines human and AI contributions to produce music. Using only prompts is not sufficient for copyright, because prompts are considered ideas rather than original creative expression.

Legal And Industry Context

The USCO’s report is the second in a three-part series on AI and copyright, Music Business Worldwide notes. The first report, released in 2024, addressed deepfakes and digital replicas. A forthcoming third report will examine whether copyrighted material can be used to train AI models.

Major music companies, including Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and Warner Music Group, as NBC News reports, have filed lawsuits against AI platforms Suno and Udio, alleging that their systems were trained on copyrighted recordings without permission or compensation. The Recording Industry Association of America coordinated the lawsuits. Both AI companies argue that their practices fall under “fair use.”

Despite ongoing legal challenges, record producer and songwriter Timbaland remains aligned with Suno, as AFROTECH™ previously reported, stating that the tool allows him to produce songs quickly and that he views it as a way to achieve creative impact.

These developments coincide with AI-assisted artists continuing to appear on Billboard charts. Tracks from artists such as Xania Monet and others demonstrate measurable audience engagement, illustrating the presence of AI-assisted music in commercial rankings.