So here we are, mid-summer 2025 and we have yet to declare the hit of
the summer; worse still, everyone - me included - seems to be listening to
old songs from other years. And folks are belly-aching about it on the Web...
Decided to take inspiration from a younger YouTuber, just to see what recent
music sounded good to a creator. In this case, Tibo, the French-language young man who
recently received his Green Card and is beyond happy!!
And asked Copilot about getting rights-free music for one's blog. Below:
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What does 'auto-generated' tell me about this track?
When a track is labeled as "auto-generated by YouTube", it typically means:
🎼 Automated Upload Process YouTube created the video automatically using metadata provided by a partner (in this case, the YouTube Audio Library). No human manually uploaded or curated the video.
📚 Source: YouTube Audio Library The track is part of a royalty-free collection offered by YouTube for creators to use in their videos. These tracks are often made available for free and are safe to use without copyright issues.
🧠 No Customization or Commentary Auto-generated videos usually lack personalized descriptions, visuals, or commentary. They’re straightforward presentations of the audio file with basic metadata.
🔍 Discoverability and Archiving This system helps YouTube catalog and distribute music efficiently, making it easier for users to find and use tracks in their own content.
So in short, “auto-generated” tells you that the track was published by YouTube’s system—not by the artist or a label—and is part of its effort to make music accessible for creators. Want to explore how you can use these tracks in your own projects?
How was this music created?
The track “Talk” by Anno Domini Beats, listed as auto-generated by YouTube and provided via the YouTube Audio Library, was most likely created in the following way:
🎹 Produced by a Professional Beatmaker Anno Domini Beats is a well-known music production team that specializes in creating instrumental tracks, often used by content creators, filmmakers, and independent artists. They typically use digital audio workstations (DAWs) like FL Studio or Ableton Live to compose, mix, and master their music.
🔊 Royalty-Free Licensing Once the track is finalized, it’s submitted to platforms like the YouTube Audio Library, where it’s made available for free use under specific licensing terms. This means creators can use it in their videos without worrying about copyright strikes.
🤖 Auto-Generated Distribution YouTube then automatically generates a video for the track using metadata (title, artist, release date, etc.) and a standard visual (like the green thumbnail and waveform icon you saw). This ensures the track is searchable and accessible on YouTube, even though no one manually uploaded it.
Would you like to explore how to use this kind of music in your own content—or maybe how to make your own beats like Anno Domini?
Is Anno Domini ever paid for its efforts?
Yes, Anno Domini Beats is paid for its work, and they’ve built a business model around selling and licensing their music. Here's how they typically earn:
💰 Beat Sales & Licensing Anno Domini offers beats for sale directly through platforms like AnnoDominiNation.com. Buyers can purchase different tiers of licenses—ranging from basic MP3 rights to full trackouts and unlimited commercial use. Prices vary depending on the rights and exclusivity.
🎁 Bundles & Promotions They also participate in promotional packages like the “Welcome 2 Boot Camp” deal, which includes beat variations and unreleased tracks by Anno Domini valued at thousands of dollars. These bundles are marketed to aspiring artists and producers.
📈 Streaming & Royalties If their music is used in monetized YouTube videos or other platforms, they may earn royalties depending on the licensing terms and agreements with YouTube or other distributors.
🎓 Courses & Producer Funnels Anno Domini has also been involved in music marketing and producer training programs (like Midi Money), which have drawn both praise and criticism. These programs often include upsells and coaching, adding another revenue stream.
So while the track you saw was auto-generated by YouTube for free use, Anno Domini likely receives compensation through licensing agreements or promotional exposure. Want to dive into how licensing works or how to monetize your own music?
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Because I am on YouTube, I have access to the Music Library from my Studio page, but one
can also locate a track directly by googling the Music Creator.
I asked the Library to let me search by date of release, and also found a 2025 original
I liked. Enjoy:
https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=PULDPh9Kodw
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