The music industry faces a critical juncture due to the rise of AI, which could either enhance or undermine its foundations. Generative AI creates music indistinguishable from human work, raising copyright concerns and threatening artists' livelihoods. Policymakers, particularly in the UK, are debating reforms that may allow unlicensed AI use, prompting fears of a global precedent. Without robust licensing and transparency, AI could dominate music platforms by 2025, marginalizing human creators and risking the authenticity of artistry.