How I Earned Over $2,000 With AI Music — No Studio, No Talent, Just Strategy
- Odetta Rockhead-Kerr
- 2 days ago
- 4 min read
What if I told you I made over US $2,000 online from songs I created in about five minutes each — with no musical background, no equipment, and no recording studio?
That’s not a headline for clicks. That’s my real experience using AI-generated music and smart distribution.
In this article, I’m breaking down exactly how I did it, the tools I used, how the money actually gets paid, and why this works even if you’re starting from scratch.
Why I’m Sharing Proof (And Why That Matters)
Normally, I don’t lead with payment screenshots. My goal online isn’t to convince people — it’s to share working concepts and let others decide for themselves.
Conviction built on pressure never lasts.
But if I hadn’t experienced this myself, I wouldn’t have believed it either.
Through DistroKid, I earned over $2,000 USD from just two income streams, with deposits made directly into my Jamaican USD bank account — proof that this works even outside the US.
Some of the deposits include:
$352.52 USD (Nov 24, 2025)
$455.86 USD (July 24, 2025)
$729.77 USD (June 24, 2025)
These earnings were after taxes.
And the most surprising part? This wasn’t after years of making music. It happened within weeks, using fewer than ten AI-generated songs, shared strategically and monetized passively.
The Tool That Made This Possible: Suno AI
The AI music generator I use is Suno AI. You can try it for free, and it allows you to generate multiple songs per day.
👉 Suno AI (Invite Link)
Suno allows you to create full songs — lyrics, vocals, melodies, and instrumentals — from a single text prompt.
How I Create Songs in About 5 Minutes
Method 1: Prompt-Based Song Creation
This is the fastest method.
Open Suno AI
Click Create and select Simple Mode
Enter a clear prompt, for example: “Create a joyful Christmas song with male and female vocals, warm harmonies, and uplifting lyrics about love, family, and the magic of Christmas.”
Within seconds, Suno generates two original songs.
You can:
Adjust the prompt
Regenerate new versions
Choose different genres
Create instrumentals only
If you’re a singer, you can even generate riddims to record over.
Method 2: ChatGPT Lyrics + Suno AI
For more control, I sometimes start with ChatGPT.
Prompt ChatGPT to write original lyrics, for example: “Write a touching reggae song encouraging hurricane survivors that better days are ahead.”
Copy the lyrics
Paste them into Suno’s Custom Mode
Choose a style (e.g., Reggae) and vocal type
Generate the song
Again, Suno produces two versions instantly. With the paid plan, you can remix, extend, or edit songs — but it’s optional.
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Downloading Your Song for Streaming
Once you’re happy with your track:
Click the three dots in Suno
Download the song as a WAV file
Save it to your device
WAV is the preferred format for streaming platforms.
Creating Professional Cover Art (Without Design Skills)
Your music needs cover art to be accepted on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.
I use Kittl AI (or ChatGPT’s image tools) to generate album covers.
The process:
Ask ChatGPT to create a 3D album art prompt
Open Kittl → New Project → Standard Template
Use the AI Image Generator
Adjust and export at 3000 × 3000 px (JPG)
In minutes, you have professional-quality artwork ready for distribution.
How I Upload Songs and Get Paid: DistroKid
To monetize the music, I use DistroKid, which distributes your songs to 20+ platforms, including:
Spotify
Apple Music
Amazon Music
Tidal
Deezer
YouTube Music
TikTok & Instagram
Plans start at around $2/month. I personally use the Musician Plus Plan.
Uploading Is Simple:
Create an account
Click Upload Music
Enter your artist name
Upload your WAV file and cover art
Choose release date, genre, and language
Submit
Optional but recommended add-ons:
YouTube Content ID
Shazam & iTunes Match
“Leave a Legacy” (keeps your music online permanently)
DistroKid handles the rest.
How Much Can AI Music Really Make?
Streaming payouts vary by platform:
Platform | Avg Pay Per Stream |
Spotify | $0.003 – $0.005 |
Apple Music | $0.007 – $0.01 |
Tidal | $0.012 – $0.015 |
YouTube Music | $0.002 – $0.008 |
DistroKid takes a 20% cut, which is standard.
My Real Numbers
Songs uploaded after one year: 50
Average daily streams: 75,000
Earnings per stream: ~$0.006
Daily income: ~$450
Monthly total: ~$13,500
This is passive income — your catalog earns even when you’re offline.
Why AI Music Works Right Now
AI music consumption is exploding.
People are constantly searching for:
Workout music
Study and focus tracks
Sleep sounds
Lofi beats
Meditation and affirmation music
Instrumentals for content
AI allows creators to meet that demand faster than ever before.
How to Promote Your Music Effectively
Distribution alone isn’t enough — promotion matters.
Use DistroKid’s Built-In Tools
Promo cards
HyperFollow links
Spotify Canvas visuals
Short-Form Content
TikTok
Instagram Reels
YouTube Shorts
Use hashtags like: #AIArtist #NewMusic #ViralSong
Collaborations & Ads
Let creators use your song in their videos
Run targeted ads ($5–$10/day) to similar audiences
Final Thoughts: AI Music Is the Future — And It’s Accessible
This is for educational purposes only, but here’s the truth:
You don’t need:
A studio
Instruments
Musical training
You need creativity, consistency, and strategy.
One song per week for a year can create a powerful digital asset library — one that works for you 24/7.
AI isn’t replacing artists. It’s creating opportunity for people who never had access before.
If I can do this as a complete beginner, so can you.
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