A broad alliance of record labels, including Universal Music Group, Sony Music, and Warner Music Group, has put forth a set of principles designed to govern the inclusion of artificial intelligence-generated music on official charts worldwide. The proposed framework seeks to establish a clear distinction between human artistry and purely synthetic or unauthorized AI creations, while also addressing concerns about inflated streaming numbers. The initiative, which also includes independent labels such as Believe, BMG, Concord, and HYBE Corp., aims to provide chart compilers and industry bodies with a unified approach to evaluating music that incorporates AI. According to a joint statement, the principles are intended to "accommodate appropriate use of AI in the creative process whilst remaining an authentic celebration of human artistry". Under the proposed guidelines, a recording developed with generative AI services would only be eligible for inclusion on official charts if it meets several key criteria. These include that any AI services used must be "properly authorized and lawful," and that the resulting track must be "substantially human-made". Furthermore, the music must not raise concerns related to stream or chart manipulation. The principles also stipulate that recordings must comply with applicable laws, including those pertaining to copyright, related rights, and personality rights. Additionally, the release of such recordings must not breach the terms of the generative AI service used. A crucial element of the proposal is the requirement for the use of generative AI to be appropriately signaled to consumers on downstream services, such as digital streaming platforms, in accordance with any relevant legislation and industry labeling standards. The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) has begun implementing these principles across its global network of official charts, including those in Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The organization is also working with its national group network to extend the program to over 20 additional chart programs worldwide. Warner Music Group has previously stated its belief in the creative potential of AI for artists and songwriters, emphasizing the imperative for all AI implementations to respect the rights of those involved in music creation and distribution. The company has also entered into licensing agreements with AI companies like Suno, allowing for the use of artists' voices and likenesses with their opt-in consent, and has settled litigation related to unauthorized data scraping. Universal Music Group has similarly pursued a strategy of litigation to gain leverage, convert that into licensed partnerships, and engage directly in the AI tool development layer. UMG has also announced collaborations with AI music platforms like Udio and Spotify for licensed AI music creation and remixing tools. The proposals come at a time when the volume of AI-generated music uploads to platforms has surged, with nearly 90,000 fully AI-generated tracks uploaded in June 2026 alone. This proliferation has led to increased pressure on streaming companies for greater transparency regarding AI content. While the current proposal is voluntary, it represents a significant industry effort to establish boundaries and safeguard human creativity in the evolving landscape of music production.