What it does
AI Music is a mobile app designed for creating music using artificial intelligence. It offers two main functionalities: generating AI covers of existing songs from a YouTube link, and creating entirely new, original songs based on a user's text prompt. The app also includes a voice cloning feature, allowing users to record their own voice or use a sample to create a unique vocal model for their creations.
Where it shines
The app stands out by catering to two different types of creators. The AI Cover feature (01:08) is powerful for those who want to reinterpret popular songs, making it easy to experiment with different vocal styles. On the other hand, the original song creation flow (03:09) empowers users to produce music from scratch simply by describing an idea, selecting a style, and choosing a mood. The educational guidance provided during the custom voice creation process (02:40), which shows visual 'good' and 'bad' examples, is a thoughtful touch that helps users get better results from the AI.
UX highlights
- Dual Creation Flows: The app clearly separates the 'AI Cover' and 'Original Song' functionalities, preventing user confusion and providing clear paths for different creative goals.
- Guided Input: When creating a custom voice from a link (02:40), the app displays video thumbnails for 'Good showcase' and 'Bad showcase' to visually instruct the user on providing quality input.
- Contextual Permissions: The app requests microphone access only when the user explicitly chooses to record their voice (02:07), making the request feel justified and timely.
- Clear Customization: The song creation screen (03:09) organizes complex options like Style, Mood, and Vocal into simple, tappable categories, making the process feel accessible rather than overwhelming.
- Animated Demonstrations: During onboarding, the app uses an animation of lyrics being typed (00:28) to demonstrate the lyric generation feature, making it more engaging than a static screen.
Monetization & growth
The app employs an aggressive and iterative monetization strategy. The initial onboarding leads to a soft paywall (00:47) offering steep discounts on a yearly plan but no free trial. If a user dismisses this and tries to use a core feature, they are met with a second, 'Special Offer' paywall with a 60-second countdown timer to create urgency (01:25). A third monetization screen (04:00) offers consumable packs of 'generations', providing a non-subscription option for users. This multi-faceted approach aims to capture users at different levels of commitment.
Who it’s for
This app is likely targeted at social media content creators, aspiring musicians, and hobbyists who want to experiment with AI-generated music. The ability to quickly create covers or unique backing tracks is valuable for platforms like TikTok and YouTube. The straightforward interface makes it accessible to users without a background in music production, lowering the barrier to entry for creating custom audio content.
Notes & opportunities
The voice recording feature requires a recording longer than 3 minutes (02:30), which is a significant time investment and potential point of friction for users. The app could explore whether a shorter sample could still produce a viable result or better communicate the need for a long recording upfront. Additionally, the initial onboarding is very generic and could be enhanced with a simple quiz to personalize the user's first experience by suggesting relevant music styles or moods.