By Samantha Yu
MANILA — The upbeat dance track “Hawak Mo Ang Beat” has become one of the most talked-about songs on social media, with thousands of users using it as background music for viral dance clips and short videos. Its catchy beat and quirky lyrics quickly turned it into a trending soundtrack across the Philippines.
However, the song’s sudden popularity has also triggered curiosity among listeners about how it was made. Online discussions have raised questions about whether the track — particularly its vocals and artwork — may have been produced using artificial intelligence.
The speculation highlights the growing influence of AI tools in music production, which are increasingly capable of generating voices, melodies and even entire songs.
Despite the rumors, there is no confirmed proof that “Hawak Mo Ang Beat” was created using AI. The track is credited to French musician Sylvain Hernandez, who performs under the name DJ Mogo.
Visayan cha-cha
Hernandez has said he composed and produced the song himself using digital music software. He explained that the track was inspired by Visayan cha-cha rhythms and the energetic Filipino dance style known as Budots, adding that his Filipina wife helped influence the project.
Still, some listeners remain skeptical. The identity of the vocalist has not been publicly revealed, and the song’s cover art appears to have visual traits often associated with AI-generated images. Others have also pointed out that the voice used in the track sounds similar to AI-generated vocal models.
For now, the song’s creator insists the track is the result of human creativity. While speculation continues online, there has been no verified confirmation that artificial intelligence played a role in producing the viral hit. 🎶
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