AI MusicCreate Songs from Words
AI music has crossed the threshold. In 2024, AI can generate complete songs — with realistic vocals, professional production, and emotional depth. You describe what you want in plain English, and AI creates it. It's like having a full band and recording studio that works from your imagination.
Best AI Music Tools
These tools can generate full songs from text descriptions
Suno
Create full songs with vocals, lyrics, and instrumentals from text prompts. The most popular AI music generator.
Best for: Complete songs with lyrics and vocals
Free tier / Pro ($10/mo)Udio
High-quality AI music generation with impressive vocal synthesis and production quality.
Best for: High-fidelity music production
Free tier / Pro plansAIVA
AI composer specializing in classical, cinematic, and emotional soundtracks. Great for video and game music.
Best for: Soundtracks, film scores, background music
Free tier / Pro ($15/mo)Stable Audio
By Stability AI. Creates instrumental music and sound effects with fine control over style and duration.
Best for: Instrumentals, ambient music, sound effects
Free tier / Pro plansHow to Write Music Prompts
Great prompts combine multiple elements to guide the AI
Describe the Vibe
Start with the mood and feeling you want
Tip: Emotions drive great music — lead with how you want listeners to feel.
Specify Genre & Style
Name the genre and any specific subgenres
Tip: Combine eras and styles for unique sounds: "70s disco meets modern EDM"
Reference Instruments
Mention specific instruments you want featured
Tip: Instruments shape the texture — be specific about what you want to hear.
Set the Tempo
Indicate the speed and energy level
Tip: Tempo affects energy — slow for emotion, fast for excitement.
Add Production Details
Describe the production quality and effects
Tip: Production style can completely change how a song feels.
Write the Lyrics
Provide lyrics or describe what the song is about
Tip: Specific lyrical themes help AI generate more coherent songs.
Genre Keyword Guide
Use these keywords to guide AI toward specific genres
Pop
Catchy melodies, hooks, and radio-friendly structures
Rock
Guitar-driven, energetic, classic or modern styles
Hip-Hop
Beats, rhythms, and flow-based vocals
Electronic
EDM, house, techno, and synth-based music
Classical
Orchestral, piano, and instrumental compositions
Jazz
Improvisation, swing, and sophisticated harmonies
Country
Acoustic guitars, storytelling, and twang
R&B/Soul
Smooth vocals, emotional depth, groove
What Can You Create?
AI music has practical applications across many fields
Content Creation
Background music for videos, podcasts, and streams
Personal Projects
Create songs for fun, gifts, or personal enjoyment
Game Development
Soundtracks and sound effects for games
Film & Video
Scores and soundtracks for visual media
Learning & Practice
Generate backing tracks and practice material
Prototyping
Quick demos for songwriting and production
Example Prompts to Try
Copy these prompts and experiment with variations
Pop
Prompt
Upbeat summer pop song with catchy hooks, female vocals, about dancing in the rain, 120 BPM
Prompt
Emotional pop ballad with piano and strings, male vocals, about missing someone, slow tempo
Electronic
Prompt
80s synthwave with pulsing bass, arpeggiated synths, nostalgic and driving, no vocals
Prompt
Modern house track with deep bass, build-up and drop, festival energy, 128 BPM
Cinematic
Prompt
Epic orchestral trailer music with rising tension, brass and percussion, heroic finale
Prompt
Gentle piano piece with subtle strings, melancholic and beautiful, like a movie ending
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Prompts that are too vague
✗ Don't
"Make a song"
✓ Do
Include genre, mood, tempo, and any specific elements you want
Why: Vague prompts give AI no direction — you'll get generic results
Expecting perfection first try
✗ Don't
Giving up after one generation
✓ Do
Generate multiple versions and pick the best. Iteration is key.
Why: AI music is probabilistic — results vary with each generation
Ignoring copyright considerations
✗ Don't
Using AI music commercially without checking
✓ Do
Check each tool's licensing. Most require paid plans for commercial use.
Why: Different tools have different licensing terms
Over-complicated prompts
✗ Don't
Including 20 different instructions
✓ Do
Focus on 3-5 key elements. Add complexity through iteration.
Why: Too many conflicting instructions can confuse the AI
Not extending/editing
✗ Don't
Using only the initial 30-second clip
✓ Do
Use extend features to build out verses, choruses, and bridges.
Why: First generations are often 30-60 seconds, not full songs
Ready to Create Music?
Try generating your first AI song. Start with a genre and mood you love, describe it in a sentence or two, and hear what AI creates.