Released in June, the track currently sits at the 58th position on the Billboard Hot 100 and boasts a music video with 7 million views. Lyrically, the composition features boasts about wealth along with double entendres blending bravado and melancholy. However, the song introduces two distinct twists. First, it departs from rap entirely to present a synth-pop melody reminiscent of a moody 1980s playlist. Second, it has faced continuous accusations since its debut claiming it was partially or entirely created using artificial intelligence.
An AI Music App Detector Exposes the Tracks
The controversy reached its peak when an independent music producer claimed he figured out the methods behind the creation of the track. He alleged that the artist Fenix utilized a little-known generative audio app, and suggested that his labelmate Tyga used similar software for his own retro-themed tunes. Now, the developers of that exact app have effectively flagged both tracks. The service recently introduced a built-in detector that identifies the songs created by both performers as likely generated by artificial intelligence.
Vocal Changes and Denials From Artists
Listeners grew suspicious from the very beginning because the track represents an unusual genre shift and features a voice that sounds nothing like the performer's usual style. Fenix Flexin grew up in East Hollywood, and when he debuted with the group Shoreline Mafia, his nasally delivery made him instantly recognizable. The vocals on the June release, however, sound brighter, crisper, and feature a different accent. Both the artist and the credited producer, Purps on the Beat, have repeatedly denied using synthetic tools, insisting the vocals were recorded normally with standard audio effects.
A Producer Uncovers the Workflow
The discussion shifted when music producer Medasin published a video detailing how the tracks were allegedly produced using a lesser-known application called Treblo. The producer demonstrated that the app previously operated under a different name until shortly before the song's release, pointing to file names visible in old social media posts as evidence. By inputting specific prompts into the application, Medasin successfully generated tracks featuring remarkably similar lyrical themes, rhyme pairs, and song structures.
Project Files Removed and Further Accusations
As the video drew widespread attention, Fenix posted a clip on social media purporting to show the original project file for the song as proof of human creation. Other music producers quickly scrutinized the footage, claiming the layout resembled a separated audio stem rather than a raw session file. The post was deleted hours later without further explanation. Shortly afterward, Medasin released another video alleging that Tyga's recent project also utilized the same music generation software.
App Creators Respond and Launch a Detector
When asked for comment, Treblo cofounder Ryan Tremblay stated that someone apparently used their model to create a sound that connected with millions, noting the company was initially unaware of the track's success. Following these developments, the platform launched a web page featuring a dedicated music detector designed to identify tracks created with their software. Running the disputed songs through the tool yields a result indicating they were very likely produced using the platform, with developers stating the false-positive rate is extremely low.
The Broader Debate Over AI in Music
The revelations arrive amid a wider trend of platforms implementing measures to identify synthetic media. While some listeners argue that catchy music remains enjoyable regardless of its origin, others express ethical concerns regarding transparency and deception in the industry. Creators who exposed the workflow emphasize that while technology has a place in modern audio production, honesty allows audiences and supporters to appreciate human artistry authentically.
