Most money with AI music isn’t streams. It’s usage.
Where AI music is used:
• Films & short films (background scores, trailers)
• TV & streaming shows (intros, scene transitions)
• Commercials & ads (social, YouTube, TV)
• Video games & apps (menu + ambient music)
• Podcasts & YouTube (intros, background)
• Courses & corporate videos
How the money comes in:
• Music licensing fees
• One-time buyouts for ads
• Per-project scoring
• Monthly brand deals
• Music libraries & bundles
• Long-term placements
Why AI music gets picked:
• Faster turnaround
• Easier revisions
• Cleaner licensing
• No celebrity fees
Key FYI:
You don’t need streams. You need music that solves a problem.
Mood > artist.
Quick move:
Pick ONE lane (film, ads, TV, creators, games). Make 5–10 tracks for that exact use.
That’s how this turns into real money.