YouTube Introduces 'Made with AI' Labels for AI-Generated Songs

<figure> <img alt="Simulated screenshots of the YouTube Music app showing where the AI label and info will be" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/youtube-music-gen-ai-labels.width-1200.format-webp.webp?quality=90&amp;strip=all&amp;crop=0,0,100,100" /> <figcaption> </figcaption> </figure> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">YouTube is adding a "Made with AI" label to tracks that were "altered or fully generated" using AI, similar to its existing process for applying AI labels to videos. According to YouTube, this label will apply to instances where a generative model is used to create the composition and vocals. The platform has outlined rules for music partners regarding the disclosure of generative AI use, stating that if there is no disclosure, it may utilize "other signals" to determine if a song is AI-generated.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">The label is rolling out starting today.</p> <p><a href="https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/1011369/youtube-music-ai-label">Read the full story at The Verge.</a></p>