Randy Travis sings again, courtesy of AI

In 2013 country singer Randy Travis suffered a massive stroke, which paralyzed his right side and damaged an area of his brain that controls speech and language. He has not quite recovered the ability to sing, but working with singer James DuPre and a computer program that creates an AI-generated version of his voice, Travis and his longtime producer Kyle Lehning have created a new song, "Where That Came From," that captures Randy's country heart. Lee Cowan reports.
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[@Sophia-yo9rp]

His wife …wow. She stood by him. And he is an inspiration. That voice is gold.

[@morbidmanmusic]

... and the AI voice is 1's and 0's.

[@doctorkayak]

His wallet is gold too! Can't imagine why "she stood by him"...

[@deannagokey817]

Lib divorced him and took almost everything. He has had to start all over. Mary was his girlfriend at the time this stroke happened. She wouldn't let them take him off the machines.

[@djm4son910]

tf ? are you mad soph ? through thick and thin right ?

[@angelshalosoflove]

I don’t care if it’s AI it’s Randy Travis. They gave him his voice back.

[@andybms]

Randy Travis is real country music! Glad to hear his voice again.

[@Txoutlawtrey]

Amen

[@NoahCockerham-1818]

I agree! I am 14 yrs old and all my friends call me weird that I listen to this kind of music but idc what they think the stuff today is absolute garbage. This is real music!

[@actualgameplay6833]

His Voice is So unique! I love it!

[@dreadpirateroberts5239]

Except it's not really Randy. Its a computer programmed knock off. This isnt what music is.

[@rdawn9148]

@@NoahCockerham-1818l

[@_JaiBrown]

I am a 49yr old African American man, from the Bronx, NY. Randy Travis has been one of my favorite singers in general no matter the genre. This is a blessings to see and I pray AI is used more positively as this was. Salute to Randy Travis, I pray for continued blessings.

[@master00booya]

Music doesn’t care, it just gets in ya, closest thing we have to magic

[@mattmcreynolds]

Thank you for the comment. MUSIC IS MUSIC!

[@BarryH1701]

Randy didn't just sing...he told beautiful stories through his music. This is what real country music is all about. I don't really care for AI, but Randy gave his blessing for this so I fully support it in this case.

[@dietmarsteiner1070]

Say it clear! Randy gave his blessings, because he needs money for further therapies! But that's o.k.! This is the one side! The other side is: You can see and hear, how easy everybody can be replaced by AI! And this is frightening in my opinion!

[@figmo397]

@@dietmarsteiner1070 What you missed about this is that HUMANS had to intervene and play with the AI to make it "right." AI is a tool that can help in the process, but it still isn't capable of fully replacing people. Computers are stupid machines. They can only do what people teach them to do. They just do it faster.

[@ChristopherHaws90]

@@dietmarsteiner1070 this is the same thing people said about cars in the beginning. It’s only scary because it’s different. This is the best use case for AI, helping those with disabilities get at least some part of their life back. Just like they say in the video, do deprive him of being able to keep making music now that we have the technology to make it happen is unconscionable. Love the new song Randy 💜

[@dietmarsteiner1070]

@@ChristopherHaws90 You write about the BEST use. Randy seems to be happy which is great! I write about the WORST use. It's not only to be replaced by AI! You can't deny that there's a high potential of criminal use. I mean faked phone calls and so. I can't and don't want forbid AI! It's a good thing for Randy and others who are like him for sure! I just try to warn about the negative side. That's all. P.S.: I like Randy's new song, too!

[@ChristopherHaws90]

@@dietmarsteiner1070 Thanks for the clarification. I agree, there are bad uses for AI, just as there are with lots of things, like cars. Instead of being scared, we should be encouraging the good uses and legislating the bad uses. AI is here for good, so I choose to embrace it and learn about it rather than fear it. :)

[@zackwilliams9912]

He’s long overdue for his Kennedy center honors for bringing traditional country music back to the mainstream again and made it fresh and up to date.

[@TheresaPowers]

Randy Travis did NOT bringing traditional country music to the mainstream.

[@betpow]

@@TheresaPowers 'back'...yeah, he did

[@piscesempress1978]

@@TheresaPowers No but he brought it to the forfront , he was one of a few that did.

[@kellymoyer2675]

Hey Theresa. You wanna make a hell of a bet he did. Him and George Strait did it. If they didn't do it then Alan Jackson, George, and Randy wouldn't been here then 25 years later they wouldn't be in the Country Music Hall of Fame. So keep your opinions to yourself and your mouth shut.👎😡😠

[@kellymoyer2675]

Zach. I agree with you 100%. Randy Travis, George Strait and Alan Jackson. All three of them. Period!👍

[@waynocook53]

I sufered a stroke abot five years ago. Randy inspired me to never give up. Riting reding, plaing guitar riting music the whole 9 yards☝️With God's grase I got this far. Just slow reading ... thank you for inspiring me☝️

[@opium77757]

Bless you!🙏

[@breesechick]

❤

[@johnwayne3904]

🙌

[@Kingcommaalex]

But not spelling right?

[@bryanfrye8770]

​@Kingcommaalex and then there's people like you....

[@homesoundsgood7211]

There's no other voice like Randy's. I have listened to him for hours and hours.

[@manasseh36]

You are an A.I. Am I wrong?

[@homesoundsgood7211]

@@manasseh36 I am not. But I think I may be the only person anywhere around here.

[@manasseh36]

@@homesoundsgood7211 your profile picture looks a lot like the girl being interviewed

[@manasseh36]

This video is hella creepy. It is a public service announcement to everyone who recognizes Randy's hand gesture at the end there. He is a shell of the man he once was. That man was dead. Why would he need someone to sing his songs and match them with A.I. technology. AI could have used 30 seconds of any of his old songs and created a Randy Travis song. I think its punishment. My old mentor Darrell Phillips worked with every artist in the music industry in the 70s, 80s, and 90s. He was in charge of all the concerts that took place at the River Center and Super Dome. He told me when I was 19 that Randy Travis was the worst of all the bands, the rappers, pop stars... I asked him who was the best person(their character) and who was the worst. He said Randy Travis was abusive to people under him and was always trying not to pay. I am not judging. I am just trying to figure out why this blatant abuse of an old man and his life's work is being celebrated and used to control other artists.

[@johnnydodgecountry9508]

He was one of the guy's who got me interested in country music.

[@kalebmanning4425]

As someone who grew up on Randy Travis, it’s great to see him smiling as he hears this track. I’m glad that he is around to approve of this but I’m worried that those who see only money will use this as a precedent to exploit the talents of those who are no longer around to consent.

[@gregholcomb6491]

That is an ongoing battle in the industry.artists are being duped and the record companies could be on the verge of big paydays and the artist get wooden nickles. It will be in court soon. Does an artist own their voice ?

[@pinkifloyd7867]

You know they can't resist and those ego driven ones will stop at nothing 😢

[@BaumannJA]

Randy not only gave himself back to us....He gave us back some REAL country music. Thank You...and God Bless you!

[@morbidmanmusic]

So, "real" means fake AI vocal tracks? Wake up. This is step two of AI infiltration into your soft brain. Humans .. wake up

[@dudesonismyhero]

It’s easy to appreciate Randy Travis being given back to us, but I can’t imagine what it means to Randy Travis, country music being given back to him. It’s amazing.

[@user-mr3hm4go1j]

Just a wonderful coirce & man

[@patsylvest]

My husband passed away last July. He was a huge Randy Travis fan. He would be so happy about this new technology. So thru these tears, all I can say is 'thank you' for making more of Randy's music available. There is no one like him. He is the best!

[@morbidmanmusic]

It has nothing to do with his voice. It is a computer program. That is it. Stop letting tech fool your heart.

[@brendaanne0810]

​@@morbidmanmusic That AI needed HIS VOICE in order to complete the project. It had EVERYTHING to do with his voice ... It gives Randy a piece of his life back that he lost many years ago. The happiness that he exudes is worth it all!! Some singers don't even have any of the instruments to make a song... It's all computerized, and nobody says anything about them. And in some cases, there is a mic that will make you sound AMAZING... Many use them. So, whatever it takes, to make it work... Awesome. But when Randy first started singing, he had it all. And it was his voice that set him apart from everyone.

[@vidmon]

​@@morbidmanmusic I'm guessing you have never had a family member suffer a stroke and in an instant take away everything in life that meant so much to them. For Randy, his family and fans this at least allows them the opportunity to hear what he would sound like had he not had a stroke. AI doesn't take away from his lyrics or his passion for music. Seeing the smile on his face says it all! You are missing the point, it's deeper than AI!

[@TheHalestorm84]

He’s the reason a lot of us got into country music. Especially the “REAL” country music. Crying big tears of joy and happiness. Love ya buddy 😭😭😭

[@johnnydodgecountry9508]

Fer sher

[@1mondavia2]

I dont care how this gorgeous song was produced to get his legendary voice back, I love that I am hearing his singular voice once again. The song gave me chills as all his songs always did. I am crying, I am so happy. Ill take him and his music any way I can get it. I met him and his new wife/manager at a nught club in Maui back in 1992, at the height of his career. He was the most humble, nice man always ready to sign autographs for his fans. I was in awe of him then and now, and so happy he is doing music again, even through AI

[@1224dlc]

I love that he was singing Amazing Grace! His voice is beautiful. Thank goodness he’s still here!

[@morbidmanmusic]

Yes. That was a million times better than that fake AI voice...

[@jonwanrocks]

my wife had the exact same stroke (hommorhagic stroke) on the same side of her brain in 2022. aphasia is a thing that has no cure, but amazing enough, music is still in tact for her. the first thing she said when she was able to speak ANYTHING was singing 'jesus loves me' thats miracles. music is a beautiful healing potion

[@reneastle8447]

That's good to know, pal. What if we can find a way to create a permanent cure for aphasia? Anything is possible when we work together to make the world a happier, healthier, and cleaner place for everyone.

[@breesechick]

😭😭😭❤️

[@PC4USE1]

The brain is very compartmentalized. I believe if someone loses their native language,they may still be able to speak a learned ,foreign one.

[@reneastle8447]

@@PC4USE1 That's a good point.

[@ceebee8255]

Was your wife jabbed?

[@toddunthank3142]

And once again, for the umpteenth million time, Randy Travis brings the best kind of tear to my eyes.

[@johnnydodgecountry9508]

Hahaha...I get it

[@T2revell]

The fact that this came out so flawless and he was a part of it and approved it makes this so much better!

[@steveconn]

So sad what happened to Randy. This is one use of AI that feels positive ❤

[@peachyclean93]

But it's not real! I think it's dangerous

[@morbidmanmusic]

One more nail in the coffin of music. No singer needed. AI replaces, companies drive listening and writing, and music is shyte.. have fun

[@peachyclean93]

@@morbidmanmusic that's what I'm saying I don't want to hear it at all!

[@TitaniumTurbine]

@@peachyclean93 Music recorded in studios are severely digitized and has been for a few decades now anyways. What does it matter if the end result sounds good? What’s the complaint exactly? There’s still plenty of people you can “ooooh and ahhhh” that have good voices. You’re just terrified of the future and change can be hard, and I get it but it’s going to be okay.

[@peachyclean93]

@@TitaniumTurbine I don't think it's going to be okay I think the future is scarier than the past

[@austinthompson3522]

It was a such a honor to hear Randy again! Randy’s voice is something we all can’t forget! One of the most iconic voices in country music!

[@geotj3044]

So many memories from my childhood are listening to Randy Travis at my grandma’s house. It’s so wonderful to hear his voice singing new music. Takes me back to a special place in time.❤

[@johnnydodgecountry9508]

No doubt

[@gayemarianesfox2405]

He came to my church and sang once and he had the biggest voice and probably didn’t even need a mic.

[@johnnydodgecountry9508]

Cool

[@stephanieredden8861]

I'm so happy that Randy found some extra happiness through A.I. It's a beautiful song, for sure.

[@teaxxx1336]

Im glad Randy gave us back Randy. He was sorely missed and i am so moved to hear his voice again.

[@alrepasotutoring]

Crying like a baby ,listening to sing again.God is good indeed

[@user-yc2oz8kc5k]

For Randy his unique voice has proven to be a blessing in disguise for him. He can now go on singing thanks to A.I.

[@bobferrell8187]

It's far past time that a True Country Artist actually gave us the privilege of hearing a True Country Song! God Bless You Randy and hopefully this will be the boost you need to live many years to come!

[@morbidmanmusic]

Well, this isn't that. It is a fake AI computer generated vocal performance.. that isn't real. The soul of country is dying and your letting it go. Don't accept AI replacements. Accept reality. He will never sing again.

[@KatieG55]

Randy has always been one of my favorite singers. Thank you.

[@morbidmanmusic]

For what? That's isn't randy singing at all. It is a computer. Stop letting tech steal your heart.

[@gregorysharp]

If it took 52 songs to train the AI, I’m willing to bet it’s 99 percent Randy.

[@user-od9zo7uu7z]

Just think if they put all his songs in there.

[@hardlivinglivinghard3933]

It sounded so good. I went to Spotify and found it immediately. I closed my eyes and just listened. It’s so close I could see Randy on stage singing this song.❤❤❤

[@mrBDeye]

It’s 99 percent all about squeezing the lemon to make money. It’s all about money.

[@alleygracesmith]

I’m not usually for AI, but in this case, Randy deserved this so so much & I am so thankful that they were able to do this for him with AI. ❤️❤️

[@johnnydodgecountry9508]

No doubt

[@karenbarlow-goodsell8483]

Randy has always been my favorite. We grew up 2 hours apart. He stayed true to the country roots of the genre of old school country. He is blessed to still be with us.

[@elizabethwitt2621]

And we are blessed that he's still with us, as well. Beautiful new song. Congrats, Randy! 💯👏🤠🤗♥️💐

[@cag2411]

I cried the whole way through it was like having my childhood back and my grandparents that are gone back and it gave Randy Travis back his voice. It is very emotional indeed.

[@user-lb8sd9we2w]

Look that smile on Randy's face that's priceless ❤ love his music

[@lilymoon6494]

Randy is my 104 year old grandma's favorite singer ever. Unfortunately she has lost her hearing and hasn't been able to hear in many years.

[@breesechick]

Maybe get a subwoofer stereo system? IDK. Maybe she could feel the vibrations.

[@pamelaavila9960]

Randy Travis...I love you dearly! My late husband and I had and enjoyed all your music from the very beginning. I am so glad the Lord has blessed us all, by still having you here on this earth. My husband passed in 2005 and I still miss him dearly. He would be crying with me now, just by hearing your beautiful songs. You are an amazing child of God. Mary, thank you for taking such wonderful care of him.

[@leonorabogus1486]

I was such a HUGE Randy Travis fan! My mom used to listen to country music when I was a little girl and I'm so glad that AI was able to give him back his voice.

[@rogergramm9644]

Thank u Randy !!!! N the crew To hear your voice again ..I love your new song !!!

[@jasonparker5746]

Randy is one of the greatest country singers of all time! Absolute legend!

[@johnnydodgecountry9508]

Yur right...Def one of them.

[@0217ldp]

My mother was a great Randy Travis fan. If she was still here, she'd be ecstatic to hear Randy again. I never thought A.I. was any kind of a benefit (especially in the wrong hands), but this is amazing.

[@deanmartin8784]

I have no problem with this use of AI. It’s still Randy’s song, he gave his blessing, and they managed to imbue it with his heart and soul.

[@Spartan3_0]

Randy is the reason i started singing. Sang his song 1982 in high school for the talent show and havent stopped yet. To hear the legend sing again brought tears to my eyes.

[@rondanorris5504]

I'm happy to see Randy happy. I love this song. So glad I got to see him in concert a few times in the 80's.

[@honeybee1969tc]

Randy is a country icon. Just spilling tears of joy. If it makes him happy, it makes me happy!!!!

[@JillCrato]

Thank you all for helping Randy sing again! I'm so happy for him! He NEVER deserved to lose his beautiful singing voice! That was too cruel of a blow for him and the people who loved him.I can't wait to hear Randy sing more songs again! God bless you,Randy! Thank you for blessing us with your beautiful singing voice once again!❤

[@juliehampton475]

Bravo Randy no one deserves it better then you thank you for real country music❤

[@wickedtwintWo]

Love this show grew up watching, and waking up to the trumpet was the best memory of my childhood

[@sweetgina3335]

It was awesome hearing him again that song is my favorite I’m going to love you forever and ever Amen

[@morbidmanmusic]

You're not hearing him. You're hearing a computer. Plain and simple.

[@TitaniumTurbine]

⁠@@morbidmanmusic We’ve been hearing “computers” for years now, in fact this is less digitally modified than many songs with true vocals that come out now. Modern music has been digitized and edited on computers for over half a century. You should clearly know this since you seem to have a vested interest in music. Embrace the future, don’t be stuck in time.

[@FRLN500]

@@TitaniumTurbine Wrong. This is a 100% AI voice. This is not electronically "manipulated", it is electronically "created".

[@user-vr8do4ei2z]

His hey arnold music got me through childhood

[@Alex_Willis]

Travis Randall 😄

[@kellyhughart9600]

Wow! That is nothing short of amazing! The way it all came together, is just beautiful! This is the kind of country music we need back on the radio. It's real country music, and I'm thrilled to hear it again! Welcome back, Randy! We've missed you, and your soothing voice!

[@loutucker3725]

This is amazing. Brought me to happy tears!!

[@claytondelanie]

And millions of others as well….

[@jenniferdijames1671]

Welcome back Randy.

[@morbidmanmusic]

Tear, over an AI singing you a fake voice. You are letting this happen. The future loss of humans to AI is on you

[@claytondelanie]

@@morbidmanmusic well now that is a little harsh, isn’t it? Maybe this was a gift from family and friends to Randy.

[@tinathorne8355]

Randy Travis is one of my all time favorites. My husband loved him too. He has passed but I still listen to the music he loved. ❤

[@jessecuster5877]

Not a country music fan, but will always be a Randy Travis fan. The man is country. His music was the sountrack to many lives. God bless that man!! 🙏

[@storyofthesoundproductions]

Randy Travis IS country music. They didn't use A.I. to bring Randy Travis back. They used country music to bring back Randy Travis.

[@petegarza2025]

I like Randy suffered a massive stroke back in 2013 around the same time he had his and by the grace of God I'm still here and it's good to see that he's back taking ir one day at a time on his battle to keep on trucking...🙏❤️

[@karenhudda]

Oh my 💜 Randy and his wife are two beautiful people.

[@guymassarojr811]

The first time I heard Randy Travis, I was hooked. I often play his CD's and it brings back great memories. If Randy is ok with this new method of bringing his voice back for his fans, I'm ok with it also. Make some more great memories for us Randy, God bless you.

[@curtismellen6952]

I can’t stop crying! Welcome back Randy! I missed you and Country music needed you!

[@sunshinecoolwater9528]

I'm not a fan of country music, but Randy Travis is a legend at his art. Think of it as making a comeback from an injury. He put his heart into this, and that is all that matters to me.

[@pamedmunds9559]

I've always enjoyed Randy Travis music.

[@truckdrivenman3464]

There will never be another Randy Travis I was brought to tears when I listened to his songs

[@kikilynn1167]

Even though Randy can't sing or speak much, it's good to see that he still looks happy and healthy, and that he's creating again, even if it is with the help of AI.

[@sameralsad]

I'm from the Middle East, 1st time I ever heard a country song was in the early 90s, and it was by Randy Travis. Since then, I'm addicted to country music. Randy, thank you so much.

[@joannsanchez8764]

Love it!! God bless Randy Travis🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️

[@morbidmanmusic]

Lov what, which part.. the stroke god gave him, or the fake AI voice that replaces humans?

[@shelbytouchstone8873]

Awww i love Randy Travis. ❤️ Im gonna love you forever and ever. AMEN!! 🙏

[@1satisfiedmind]

This brought me to tears. God Bless Randy AND Mary.

[@renearnett8057]

My kids got to be stage hands for his concert a few weeks ago in Greenville Texas. What a great honor it was to them. They said Randy’s whole band and everyone was so nice and appreciative! ❤

[@LoveGuitar63277]

Shook his hand on a stage at a gig several years ago. Super nice guy and had the crowd on their feet.

[@chelseabrandy]

I love Randy Travis. (Fifty-something year old Black woman here.) And he made a fan out of my four-year-old in ONE morning.

[@deepzai]

Got to know his music when I was in my first year in university. Bought his cassette. Listened to it over and over again. Love his deep voice. Brought warmth deep in my heart. Wish you can create more of your music for us. ❤❤❤

[@sandrabenesch2816]

THIS REALY WARMS MY HEART, I LOVE RANDY TRAVIS AND AND GAVE ME CHILLS TO HEAR HIS VOICE AGAIN!! THANK YOU FOR THIS!!!

[@margaretowens1749]

Omg I got chills but love it Randy Travis

[@Zachyz]

I’m excited to hear more. I had a feeling it was James, it just makes sense. James wouldn’t want the credit for lending his voice. He lends it to Randy for his tribute concerts, and watching Randy smile so big makes me happy. Keep em coming Randy, James, Kyle, Mary, and Warner!!

[@robertavose6784]

So amazing to hear Randy's beautiful voice again. Love all his songs.

[@Harley_Vampy_Sis_Quinn]

One of the greatest and was so happy when saw something from Randy..we are grateful you are still with us.

[@waynegrant9594]

Man has been through alot !! Godbless!!!!

[@kristalshiann4293]

He has the voice of an Angel!!! And in heaven we are going to sing sing sing!!!! WE LOVE YOU RANDY

[@seanw3621]

I listened to Randy Travis with my grandpa. He’s a multi-generational talent.

[@precisionxt]

Watching his wife and Clay, Cole and Carrie react to hearing his voice again after so long is like witnessing magic. It’s still him, it’s still his soul. Sent chills up my spine.

[@heirloomcottagedesigns9063]

Wow! I’ve missed his music so much!

[@Vinn113]

Made me cry. God bless you Randy. 💖

[@shirleygriffith7218]

Love randy so much. I seen him 2 times. He is my sons idol. My son writes country music and randy. Has some his songs. All of our prayers are with him and mary. 🎉 ❤❤

[@nanettebenna2447]

Thank GOD for Randy Travis! I'm so Happy for him! 💕 Keep going Randy you sound Great!! God Bless You

[@slate49]

What a beautiful segment on Randy Travis! This was wonderful

[@Fritz_Lost_Sanity]

Normally I like the goofy things people can use AI for (like making Elvis song Baby got Back). Then I lament that some of them are so good, it’s a bit frightening. However, given that Randy worked on this with his team because he lost something he is passionate about…well, that’s pretty awesome. And this is the difference between all those goofy little generators and generations you find scoured online: this is the man himself, working with his team, painstakingly trying to craft new music with Randy’s pipes-and you see a lot of REAL goes into that.

[@irenebrophy3284]

This!! I don't think they should be able to produce music from singers who have passed (just to make money). Randy gave his blessings on this!!! So bittersweet though.

[@GrammaNay]

I've always loved Randy's voice! I'm so glad he's getting his voice back!!!

[@sinclair4frenzy]

His tenaciousness and determination is an inspiration to us all. Respects Sir and all the best from the U.K.

[@countryblessingsboutique]

Thank you, Randy. Love you

[@ashrithreddy5967]

Happy 65th birthday to Randy Travis!

[@michaelwestendorf9104]

😢 I’m very moved by this a man that has done a tremendous amount for the fans. There are very good and talented people who put this together not just for him but for his fans. God bless you all for your kindness and love for his very great man.

[@jackthompson2058]

After his stroke, God wasn't done with him. I believe God needed Randy out of the turmoil that he had set course on. Randy's was a God given voice, now Randy's is again a God given voice!! I pray he understands the blessing that has bestowed upon him. It's great to hear him sing again!!

[@user-tv9de3wu4d]

Love my wine not a beer drinker. Randy is like a lot of us souls walking the earth we are vulnerable. Some hid this thinking it is a weakness, and Medicate themselves into oblivion.

[@PrestonHazard]

Y’all are missing the issue here. They say “he’s singing again” but he’s not. A robot that sounds like him is. It’s not him, it’s not even human. Music is about doing what you can to the best of your ability with the tools you have (look at Bob Dylan, no one would ever pick him for a solo at the opera yet he’s considered the greatest). Even though it was thin compared to how he was, his rendition of Amazing Grace was 10000000 x better than this because it was actually him singing. These big labels need to stop with this perfection thing, that’s not what music is about. You want to give Randy Travis his voice back? Than let him sing, any way he can. Idk the whole thing just doesn’t sit right with me.

[@PrestonHazard]

@@Alan-NoCo Exactly! Sing with your own voice and be proud of who you and your unique voice.

[@johnnydodgecountry9508]

No offense , bro...but I think you-all are missing the point. Did you see the happiness in Randy's face while he was listening to the tune ???...not to mention , look at HOW MANY people are loving what happened , here.

[@gary24752]

I keep playing this song over and over. It is music for the soul. I am hoping there is more where that came from.

[@user-ew5om4xn5q]

I absolutely loved to listen to Randy and still do. He is one in a million and God bless him!!!

[@Daniel_B_23]

I have mixed feelings about this. I love Randy Travis to the core, but is it really his voice if there is someone else voice as the base track. It does have his blessing though.

[@teriw56]

I feel for Randy, but I also feel that follow the money is at play here.

[@morbidmanmusic]

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[@Debi-oo7nl]

This is such heartwarming, To see Randy smile again hearing his song and so many a part to make it happen! how lucky are we to have Randy back again ❤️

[@debblws1961]

Randy Travis. Pure Country, one of the best. ❤

[@kellymoyer2675]

YOU KNOW WHAT! For the all the people who don't give a damn about how they did Randy Travis's voice. I don't care what you all say. If you all don't like it, ignore it and mind your business. You all don't know what he suffered back in 2013 with that severe stroke that almost claimed his life. I'm so happy what they did with that beautiful song, Where That Came From. Please do more for him. This fan will support him just like all his other fans. 🎶🎵🙏🙏❤️❤️

[@virgilhodgesjr1524]

Hi, huge Randy Travis fan here. How huge? He was my first concert way back in 1988. I owned his first three albums on cassette when I was a kid. I've always liked him. When I first heard this song, I thought it was miraculous to hear his voice again. And then I heard that AI was used. My initial thinking was they'd bypassed AutoTune. But to completely recreate his voice, while, yay, awesome, opens up Pandora's Box. What's next, a new Nirvana song with Kurt's voice? Elvis, Frank Sinatra, and Wayne Newton covering All For Love? At least with The Beatles song, AI was used to clean up a tape to make an old vocal usable, and not recreate John Lennon's voice. Again, I love this song, but in a way I feel like I am a five year old being told that Santa Claus isn't real. I know I'm probably in the minority thinking this way.

[@kellymoyer2675]

Hi Virgil. Saw him in concert in 1987 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Was sold out. His fiddle player in his band is from there. The Judds opened for him and they both put on a great show. When he sang Forever and Ever Amen the crowd went crazy. I remember when the three remaining members of the Beatles was recording Free As A Bird in the early 90's with a early recording of John Lennon's voice that some what was close to this. I'm happy they did this. If other people don't like it. Ignore it. Glad you got to see him!👍 He is truly a legend.

[@virgilhodgesjr1524]

@@kellymoyer2675 oh yeah, when I saw him, Conway Twitty opened. There is a distinct reason I started calling him The Conman afterwards. He literally sang his hits, only spoke to introduce his newest single at the time, and split. Randy came out and saved the day, and was quite entertaining. I mean, I can't blame Conway for wanting to get the Hell out of Salisbury, MD, and the only other time I've gotten that vibe from an act was nearly sixteen years later when Tantric wanted to get the Hell out of Albany, GA. But at least Tantric spoke to the crowd. But to the issue at hand. I'm perfectly OK with using an existing vocal by someone and duetting with it. The duet between Hank Williams and his son, Nat King and Natalie Cole, the two Beatles songs from Anthology and the last one they cleaned up using AI, are all fine with me. And I'm OK with this song since Randy approved it. But how long until a record executive, or the executor of an estate, decides they want all the money, and we get a new Nirvana song with an AI recreated voice of Kurt Cobain, for example? The line has to be drawn somewhere.

[@dblev2019]

@@virgilhodgesjr1524I agree with you. This is actually dangerous in my opinion. They use a feel good story to soften people up to AI. Once enough people are captured, then the powers that be feel emboldened to take AI the next level. The potential AI has for coercion and manipulation is down right frightening. Just think how our enemies can use this technology against us.

[@irenebrophy3284]

​@@kellymoyer2675Honored to say I got to see him in San Antonio 86-87? just a newbie then!!!

[@vidmon]

For all you going negative on Randy's song and AI. I'm guessing you have never had a family member suffer a stroke and in an instant take away everything in life that meant so much to them. For Randy, his family and fans this at least allows them the opportunity to hear what he might sound like had he not had a stroke. I get he wouldn't sound the same today, but it sure is cool to hear that one of a kind voice again. AI doesn't take away from his lyrics or his passion for music. Seeing the smile on his face says it all! You are missing the point, it's deeper than AI!

[@slicksnewonenow]

@@vidmon Hiya Vidmon- There's nothing inherently wrong with the IDEA of A.I. .... But it's what The Powers That Be have in store for us and the way THEY are going to use it that's disturbing. Right now, it's all fun 'n games. It seems innocuous and the "feel good" aspect is being sold to the population. But mark my words... The Club has bigger plans for the medium.

[@db11750]

That's not really what he would sound like tho that's what he did sound like... AI can only replicate what it has heard.... its like making a new elvis song noone knows what a 89 year old elvis singing voice would sound like

[@ThamiumOne]

​​@@db11750 - True, but it's essentially the same thing, at least in part, that the Beatles have done a couple of times already. Blending old vocals from members no longer alive with those of the surviving members. Those songs don't represent what all four of them would actually sound like on a completely new recording either, since that's no longer possible. One way to look at tech like this is that any "new" creations could be considered like past songs from the vault that were "lost" and rediscovered.

[@vidmon]

@@ThamiumOne Well said!

[@nr552]

Who's cuttin onions? -- WOW. I'm all for it when the artist is behind it.

[@Phoenyx7Rising]

Love this. The idea that a voice "never has to get old anymore" is strange, but for good, this is beautiful.