Rich Homie Quan’s AI “Still Dead” video sparks heavy debate on social media - revolt.tv
The estate of Rich Homie Quan released "Still Dead" with an AI-generated music video, sparking debate about the ethics of using AI to recreate a late rapper's likeness.
- Incident date
- May 2024
- Target
- Rich Homie Quan
On May 22, 2024, Rich Homie Quan’s estate released a posthumous single titled “Still Dead,” accompanied by an AI-generated music video. The release ignited discussion online, primarily focusing on the ethics of using AI to recreate the late rapper’s likeness for a posthumous visual.
What happened
The video features an AI-rendered Quan in various scenes, including a cemetery, a club, a home with his children, and other locations. One scene loosely connects to the song’s lyrics about “Hip Hop police.” A child figure, presumed to be a young version of Quan, is also featured. Reactions on social media were mixed, with many questioning the ethics of the AI recreation and its implications for legacy, consent, and the use of AI in Hip Hop after an artist's death. Some expressed discomfort, while others viewed it as a way to keep Quan’s voice and story alive. The release has renewed discussion about consent, legacy, and how Hip Hop is navigating AI technology after an artist’s death.