Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ for Listeners & Raters
Your complete guide to participating in weekly AI song contests
Why are raters the heart of AI Rising Song?
Because you’re the tastemaker. AI is creating music in revolutionary new ways—songs that have never existed in human history. But without YOU listening, rating, and championing the best ones, they’d never reach the world. You’re not just a listener—you’re the curator bringing unprecedented music to life. This platform exists for YOU.
What is AI Rising Song?
A revolution in music creation. Artists are using AI to craft songs in ways never before possible—melodies, harmonies, and sounds that have never been heard in the history of the world. Every week, creators submit their best work across 10 genres, and YOU decide which ones deserve to rise. It’s a weekly contest where the best AI-generated music wins—and your vote makes it happen.
Do I need to sign up?
Listen anytime, no signup needed. But to RATE and help incredible songs reach the top? Create a free account and jump in. You might discover the next song that changes music forever.
How do I become a rater?
Sign up, listen to at least 90 seconds of a song, and give it a thumbs up. That’s it. You’re now a tastemaker—helping decide which groundbreaking AI songs the world gets to hear. Your vote matters.
How does rating work?
Give songs a thumbs up to boost them in the rankings! Each thumbs up = +1 point. The highest-rated songs rise to the top of the charts. To rate, you must:
- Listen to at least 90 seconds of the song (enough to hear the verse and chorus!)
- Not be the song’s creator
- Wait 24 hours between ratings for the same song
Your thumbs up determines which songs win each week and helps incredible music reach more listeners!
Can I rate the same song multiple times?
Give songs a thumbs up to boost them in the rankings! Each thumbs up = +1 point. The highest-rated songs rise to the top of the charts. To rate, you must:
- Listen to at least 90 seconds of the song (enough to hear the verse and chorus!)
- Not be the song’s creator
- Wait 24 hours between ratings for the same song
Your thumbs up determines which songs win each week and helps incredible music reach more listeners!
Can I rate the same song multiple times?
Yes! Once every 24 hours, you can rate again. Changed your mind about a song? Come back tomorrow and show it more love with another thumbs up!
Can I leave feedback?
Absolutely. When you rate, you can add a private comment that only the song creator sees. Help them perfect their craft. You’re part of the creative process—your feedback shapes the future of AI music.
What genres can I explore?
10 genres, endless variety: Pop, Rock/Metal, Hip-Hop, Country/Acoustic, EDM, R&B/Soul, Jazz, Reggaeton/Latin, Spiritual, and Other. Each has its own chart and weekly winner. You might find your new favorite song in a genre you never expected.
How long do contests run?
Every week, Monday 12:00 AM to Sunday 11:59 PM. At week’s end, the top song in each genre wins. Fresh music, fresh competition—every single week.
Is this free?
100% free. Rate unlimited songs. Discover unprecedented music. Be the voice that brings new songs into the world. All you need is a free account.
How do I tip a song creator?
Love a song? Support the creator directly through the Tip Jar feature! When you’re listening to songs from Premium Members or Founding Members, you’ll see a Tip Jar button on the song player. Tip whatever you want!
Why tipping matters:
- Helps pay for electricity to run their music creation equipment
- Helps upgrade computers, software, and audio tools
- Helps pay for AI music generation services
- Enables creators to keep making amazing songs for you to discover
FAQ for Contestants
FINAL EXTENSION! Join our Founding Members before January 2, 2026 and unlock lifetime premium benefits!
🌟 What is AI Rising Song and why should I sign up NOW?
AI Rising Song is the premier weekly music competition for AI-assisted songs. But here’s why you need to act fast:
It costs NOTHING to sign up. No credit card required. You can start competing for prizes immediately with your free weekly entry. This is your chance to be part of something special from the very beginning!
🌟 What exactly is a Premium Founding Member?
Become a Founding Member — an exclusive group of early adopters who locked in benefits that will NEVER be offered again. This limited-time opportunity expires on 12/31/2025. Miss your chance now, and you’ll miss it forever.
The Math That Makes This a No-Brainer:
- Regular entry cost: 1 credit per entry
- 52 weeks per year = 52 free premium entries annually
- Lifetime status = Unlimited free entries forever
- Your cost to become a Founding Member: $0
Does it cost anything to try? Do I need a credit card?
Absolutely FREE. Zero cost. No credit card required.
Sign up takes 60 seconds. Create your account with just an email address – no payment info needed. As a Founding Member you immediately get:
- Your first premium entry completely free
- One free premium entry every single week after that
- All premium features unlocked (Spotify link, Tip Jar, song sales, referrals)
- Ability to compete for prizes each week
Want to submit additional songs beyond your free weekly entry? You can purchase credits anytime. But your first entry every week is always free as a Founding Member.
The only way to lose is by not signing up and submitting your songs!
How do I make money beyond contest prizes?
Founding Members have THREE ways to earn:
1. Tip Jar (100% Yours – We Never Touch It!) 👍
- Fans can tip you with flexible amounts 💰
- You keep 100% of all tips received 💯
- Tips go directly to your preferred payment method 🔥
2. Song Sales (Your Choice)
- Enable sales on your songs ($1 per purchase)
- Cash Payout Option: 50% after fees
- Credit Option: Keep 100% as song submission credit in your account
- Build a catalog and earn passive income
3. Referral Program (Passive Income)
- Get 1 song credit for every referral you tell to join
- Earn 10 song credits when your referral moves up to a premium member (Purchases song submission credits)
- Share your unique referral link on social media to get credit!
💡 Smart Strategy: Use your free weekly entry to build your catalog, enable song sales and tips, promote on social media with your referral link. You could be earning money within your first week!
How do I enter a song in the contest?
Founding Members – Super Simple:
- Sign up (free, no credit card)
- Upload your AI-assisted MP3 file
- Choose your genre and add song details
- Submit with your free weekly entry
- Watch your song get rated and climb the charts!
Want to submit more than one song per week? Additional entries cost 10 credits each. But remember – your FIRST entry each week is always free as a Founding Member!
Note: All contestants can also submit one free “showcase” song per contest that appears at the bottom of charts (cannot be rated or win prizes). But Founding Members get a premium entry that CAN be rated and win prizes – for free!
What kind of music can I submit?
You must submit AI-generated songs created with platforms like Suno, Udio, or similar AI music generation services. We support 10 genres: Pop, Rock/Metal, Hip-Hop, Country/Acoustic, Electronic, R&B/Soul, Jazz, Reggaeton/Latin, Spiritual, and Other. By submitting, you affirm that you created the song with AI assistance and have full rights to submit it.
Do credits expire?
No! Your credits never expire. Buy them when you want and use them whenever you’re ready to enter a contest.
Can I leave feedback?
Absolutely. When you rate, you can add a private comment that only the song creator sees. Help them perfect their craft. You’re part of the creative process—your feedback shapes the future of AI music.
What genres can I explore?
10 genres, endless variety: Pop, Rock/Metal, Hip-Hop, Country/Acoustic, EDM, R&B/Soul, Jazz, Reggaeton/Latin, Spiritual, and Other. Each has its own chart and weekly winner. You might find your new favorite song in a genre you never expected.
How long do contests run?
Every week, Monday 12:00 AM to Sunday 11:59 PM. At week’s end, the top song in each genre wins. Fresh music, fresh competition—every single week.
Is this free?
100% free. Rate unlimited songs. Discover unprecedented music. Be the voice that brings new songs into the world. All you need is a free account.
How do I tip a song creator?
Love a song? Support the creator directly through the Tip Jar feature! When you’re listening to songs from Premium Members or Founding Members, you’ll see a Tip Jar button on the song player. Tip whatever you want!
Why tipping matters:
- Helps pay for electricity to run their music creation equipment
- Helps upgrade computers, software, and audio tools
- Helps pay for AI music generation services
- Enables creators to keep making amazing songs for you to discover