YouTube Music Assistant creates free background tracks for creators

YouTube has introduced a new AI-driven tool called "Music Assistant," designed to help content creators generate instrumental background music for their videos without copyright concerns. This feature, currently in beta, is part of YouTube's Creator Music initiative and aims to streamline the process of adding suitable music to video content.

The Music Assistant allows users to input descriptive prompts—such as "uplifting and motivational music for a workout montage"—to generate multiple instrumental tracks that align with the specified mood or theme. Creators can preview and download these tracks directly for use in their video projects. The tool is gradually rolling out to users with access to the Creator Music beta.

This development aligns with broader trends in AI-generated music, with companies like Stability AI and Meta also offering similar technologies. YouTube has previously explored AI music integration through tools such as a music remixer for Shorts and the Dream Track feature, which transforms hummed tunes into music tracks using DeepMind's Lyria technology.

By introducing Music Assistant, YouTube aims to provide creators with an efficient and accessible means to enhance their videos with appropriate background music, while also navigating the complexities of music licensing and copyright issues.​