Zambian artiste and rights activist Mwiza Zulu has expressed concern over the growing trend of AI-generated remixes of classic Zambian songs, saying the movement is becoming irritating and disrespectful to original music.
Mwiza took to her Facebook page to share what she described as an “unpopular opinion,” stating that she is increasingly frustrated by how TikTok is being flooded with artificial intelligence remixes of songs many Zambians grew up loving.
“Can We Leave These Songs Alone?”
According to Mwiza, she first came across the trend through an AI remix of Danny Kaya’s hit song “Can’t Believe.” While she admitted she did not hate that particular remix, she said the trend has now gone too far.
“But now I can’t scroll through TikTok without an AI remix of a song I love,” she wrote.
Mwiza mentioned that she recently saw an AI remix of “Nipaseko Room” by Winston and Red Linso, as well as another remix of Pompi’s popular song “No Rent.”
She explained that the constant appearance of these remixes is now affecting her enjoyment of the original songs.
“Apa I just saw one for Nipaseko Room… and another for No Rent by Pompi,” she added.
“Someone Played a Whole Album of AI Remixes”
Mwiza also revealed that the trend is becoming so common that she recently met someone who played an entire album made up of these AI remixed Zambian classics.
She said the experience only increased her frustration.
“Yesterday I was with someone who played a whole album of these remixes. I personally find them so annoying,” she wrote.
Debate Grows Around AI and Music Ownership
Mwiza’s comments have sparked discussion among music lovers and social media users, with some agreeing that AI remixes may be interfering with the authenticity of Zambia’s music heritage, while others argue that remixes help introduce old songs to younger audiences.
However, her statement has also raised wider concerns about music rights, copyright protection, and respect for original artistry, especially as AI technology continues to influence creative industries globally.
As TikTok trends continue to grow, Mwiza’s message is likely to resonate with many Zambians who feel classic songs should be appreciated in their original form.
For now, the artiste has made her stance clear:
“Can we leave these songs alone.”
