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Lorde Slams Spotify AI Misinfo, Demands Opt-Out Option

7/17/2026

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Lorde criticized Spotify’s “About the Song” AI feature after it incorrectly claimed she performed a “shower scene” on her Ultrasound tour.
She posted an Instagram Story screenshot showing the false claim and demanded an artist opt-out option.
Spotify said it removed the erroneous text and called the tool a beta feature that cites third-party sources.
Spotify added it will keep improving the feature based on feedback from artists and fans.

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Lorde criticized Spotify’s “About the Song” AI feature after it incorrectly claimed she performed a “shower scene” on her Ultrasound tour.
She posted an Instagram Story screenshot showing the false claim and demanded an artist opt-out option.
Spotify said it removed the erroneous text and called the tool a beta feature that cites third-party sources.
Spotify added it will keep improving the feature based on feedback from artists and fans.