How to Get Started with AI Music: A Beginner's Guide

Creating your first AI song is easier than you might think. You don't need a studio, instruments, or years of experience—just an idea and a few minutes. Here's how to get started with AI music from scratch.

Step 1: Choose a platform Pick an AI music generator that fits beginners. Look for a free tier so you can try without paying, clear controls for lyrics and style, and an assistant (like Aria on AAiMusic) that can help you with lyrics if you're stuck. Sign up and you'll usually get one or two free songs to test.

Step 2: Bring your lyrics You need words for the song. They can be a full verse and chorus, a few lines, or even a rough idea. If you're not sure what to write, tell the in-app assistant your mood or theme—e.g. "summer road trip" or "heartbreak but hopeful"—and it can suggest lyrics you can edit. You can write in any language; many tools now support Spanish, French, and more.

Step 3: Pick the vibe Tell the generator how the song should sound: genre (pop, rock, R&B), mood (upbeat, chill), and tempo if you know it (e.g. 120 bpm). These choices shape the production and feel. Start simple—"pop, upbeat" is enough for a first try.

Step 4: Generate and listen Hit generate. Most platforms finish in under two minutes. Listen to the result. If something's off, change a line or the style tags and generate again. You'll quickly learn how small tweaks affect the output.

Step 5: Add cover art and save Many AI music apps let you create cover art on the same page. Describe the visual you want or paste an idea from the assistant. Then save the track to your library so you can play it, share it, or use it in a project.

Tips for beginners Don't aim for perfection on the first try. Use the free generations to experiment. Try different genres and moods. If the platform has an AI lyrics assistant, use it—it's there to help you get started. Once you're comfortable, you can upgrade for more songs and commercial use.