The #1 Country Song in the U.S. Was Created by AI

Imagine topping the U.S. country charts without picking up a guitar or stepping into a studio. That’s exactly what happened with “Walk My Walk”, the first AI-generated country song to hit No. 1 on the Country Digital Song Sales chart.

Created by the AI artist Breaking Rust, this milestone shows how artificial intelligence is transforming music, giving creators new ways to compose, produce, and even perform songs.

And if an AI can make a chart-topping hit, you can create your own AI songs or lyrics in minutes with MyEdit , experimenting with melodies and ideas in any genre.

• Breaking Rust and the Rise of AI in Country Music
• What This Means for the Music Industry
• How to Make Your Own AI Song

Walk My Walk: The AI-Generated Country Song That Tops the Charts

In a historic first, “Walk My Walk” has become the No. 1 country song in the U.S. — and it wasn’t made by a human artist. The track was released under Breaking Rust, an AI-generated country music act, marking the first time a song credited to an AI artist has reached the top of a major U.S. chart. According to Billboard’s Country Digital Song Sales chart, the song reached the number-one spot, a milestone for both AI and the music industry.

Who Is Breaking Rust?

Breaking Rust debuted publicly in mid-October 2025 with a social media rollout featuring AI-generated visuals of a rugged, cowboy-styled figure. While no human performer is listed, the songwriting credit goes to Aubierre Rivaldo Taylor, associated with another AI music project called “DefbeatsAI,” adding intrigue to the project’s authorship.

What Makes “Walk My Walk” Unique

The track blends traditional country elements — stomp-clap rhythms, hand claps, and gritty “outlaw” melodies — with subtle signs of AI creation, such as near-perfect vocal phrasing and precise timing. Despite its synthetic origin, the song resonates with listeners, boasting millions of streams and over 2 million monthly Spotify listeners.

AI in Music: Opportunities and Challenges

The success of “Walk My Walk” highlights how AI is transforming music. It raises questions about artist identity, royalties, and authenticity, while also showing that AI-generated songs can compete with traditional human-made hits. For creators, it’s a glimpse into a future where anyone can experiment with AI music, from lyrics to melodies.

Opportunities

• Faster creation: AI can help you draft songs, beats, or melodies in minutes.
• Accessibility: You don’t need instruments or studio experience to start making music.
• Genre flexibility: AI can adapt to country, pop, hip-hop, electronic, and more.
• Creative collaboration: Use AI as a co-writer or producer to spark new ideas.

Challenges

• Authenticity: AI may lack the emotional depth of human performance.
• Copyright & ownership: Who owns an AI-generated song?
• Industry impact: Musicians, songwriters, and producers may face disruption.
• Market saturation: Easier music creation could make it harder for songs to stand out.

Despite these challenges, AI music is here to stay — offering creators a new way to compose, experiment, and bring their ideas to life.

How to Make Your Own AI Song

Creating music with AI is easier than you might think. With today’s tools, you can generate lyrics, melodies, and even full tracks in minutes — no studio, instruments, or professional experience required. Whether you’re inspired by hits like “Walk My Walk” or just want to experiment, AI lets anyone turn their ideas into music and explore new sounds across any genre.

1. Go to MyEdit: Open the Lyrics to Song tool from MyEdit directly in your browser - no installation required.
2. Provide your theme and style: Tell the AI the type of song you want by entering the topic, mood, or style. For example: “A heartfelt country song about chasing dreams on the open road” or “A lively country track about summer nights with friends.”
   
3. Structure your song: Arrange your track using sections such as Intro, Verse, Chorus, Bridge, and Outro. Clear structure helps the AI generate coherent lyrics and melodies.
   
4. Generate lyrics and melody: Click the generate button to get AI-suggested lyrics and a basic melody. You can refine lines or regenerate until it matches your vision.
   
5. Customize instruments, tempo, and vocal style: Choose a genre (e.g., Country, Pop, Indie, Rock), set a mood (e.g., Inspirational, Sad, Melodic, Energetic), and select instruments (e.g., Acoustic Guitar, Bass, Piano, Drums). You can also use the Auto option for instant arrangements.
   
6. Set song length and vocal preferences: Choose the expected duration (Auto based on lyrics or custom in seconds) and select the singer’s gender to match your track’s style.
   
7. Generate and finalize your song: Hit Generate to turn your lyrics and selections into a full track with vocals and instruments. Listen, tweak, and download your new song instantly.