Fans of Diddy and Bad Boy Records may feel conflicted over recent events, but recreating your favorite songs can help you reclaim the music you love. Learn how I overcame my own challenges by using Suno AI to create a new version of Diddy’s hit “Missing You,” and follow my step-by-step guide to make your own.

Introduction: Recreate Music You Love Using Suno AI

The recent controversies surrounding Diddy and Bad Boy Records have led many fans to reevaluate their connection with some of their favorite songs. Many now find it difficult to listen to the tracks they once loved because of the personal feelings tied to the scandal.

On my page Legacy of a Bad Boy, I explore the full story of Diddy’s career. Instead of letting this scandal take away from the music I cherished, I chose to recreate the songs that meant so much to me. Using Suno AI, I’ve created my own version of the iconic track “I’ll Be Missing You.”

This guide is intended for those who want to create their own personal covers of their favorite songs using Suno AI, while staying compliant with Suno AI’s Terms of Service. Important disclaimer: Due to legal reasons, I cannot recommend you do this, but if you do, it must be for your own personal use only. If you wish to distribute or publish these covers, you will need to acquire the applicable licenses. I’ll provide more details on licensing at the end.

Check out my cover of “Missing You” generated with Suno AI here.

Why Recreating Music with Suno AI is Powerful (and Legal for Personal Use)

Suno AI gives you the power to create original music inspired by the style and feel of your favorite tracks. The key is to avoid copying specific copyrighted content, like lyrics and melodies. This guide will show you how to recreate music inspired by Diddy’s “I’ll Be Missing You” using AI-generated prompts, while staying within legal boundaries.

For personal use only, recreating music through Suno AI is allowed. However, if you wish to distribute your version publicly, you will need to secure the proper licenses, which we’ll discuss later.

How to Generate a Full Song in the Style of "I’ll Be Missing You"

The emotional depth and reflective tone of “I’ll Be Missing You” can be recreated with Suno AI by crafting specific music prompts. Below is a guide on how to generate an AI version inspired by the song.

Style of Music Prompt (Max 120 Characters):

Generate a slow, emotional hip-hop beat with soulful female vocals, melancholic piano, and light orchestral strings.

Custom Lyrics Prompt:

While you cannot reproduce the original lyrics, here’s how to enhance the emotional delivery using Suno AI’s meta object commands.

{
  "style": "hip-hop",
  "vocal_style": {
    "main_vocal": "soft, soulful",
    "background_vocal": "layered, emotional"
  },
  "instrumentation": {
    "piano": "melancholic, sustained chords",
    "strings": "subtle, orchestral",
    "percussion": "slow, steady beat"
  },
  "mood": "reflective, nostalgic"
}

This breakdown helps Suno AI understand the overall mood and structure of the song, allowing it to generate original music that feels emotionally similar.

Improving Specific Sections: Outro and Final Chorus

For those looking to refine their AI-generated version, you can focus on specific sections of the track, such as the outro and final chorus. These prompts help you improve key parts of the song for a more polished result.

a. Style of Music Prompt for Outro (Max 120 Characters):

Generate a slow, fading outro with soft harmonies, gentle piano, and subtle strings for a reflective close.

Custom Lyrics Prompt for Outro:

{
  "section": "outro",
  "vocal_harmony": "soft, sustained",
  "piano": "gentle, fading",
  "strings": "subtle, emotional",
  "mood": "reflective, concluding"
}

b. Style of Music Prompt for Final Chorus (Max 120 Characters):

Generate an emotional, layered chorus with swelling intensity and orchestral strings for a powerful climax.

Custom Lyrics Prompt for Final Chorus:

{
  "section": "chorus",
  "vocal_layers": {
    "lead": "soft, soulful",
    "background": "harmonic, swelling"
  },
  "instrumentation": {
    "piano": "melancholic, prominent",
    "strings": "orchestral, swelling",
    "percussion": "steady, building"
  },
  "mood": "intense, hopeful"
}

Enhancing the Rap Verses: Add Depth and Emotion

The rap verses in the original song have a deep, reflective tone. You can use the following prompt to recreate the emotional delivery of the rap sections.

Style of Music Prompt for Rap Verses (Max 120 Characters):

Generate deep male rap vocals over minimal hip-hop beat with melancholic piano and subtle strings.

Custom Lyrics Prompt for Rap Verses:

{
  "section": "verse",
  "vocal_style": "deep, resonant",
  "piano": "soft, minimal",
  "strings": "subtle",
  "mood": "introspective, calm"
}

Building Emotional Transitions: Craft the Perfect Bridge

The bridge in “I’ll Be Missing You” helps transition into the final chorus. Here’s how to capture the building intensity with a custom bridge prompt.

Style of Music Prompt for Bridge (Max 120 Characters):

Generate an emotional bridge with soft female vocals over delicate piano and light orchestral strings.

Custom Lyrics Prompt for Bridge:

{
  "section": "bridge",
  "vocal_style": "soft, emotional",
  "piano": "delicate, subtle",
  "strings": "light, orchestral",
  "mood": "reflective, building"
}

Important Legal Disclaimer: Personal Use Only

This guide is designed to help you recreate songs for personal use only using Suno AI. If you intend to publicly distribute or publish your version of the song, you must acquire the proper licenses.

For covers, you will need a Mechanical License to legally distribute your version of the song. Here are a few services that can help you secure the license:

• Harry Fox Agency (HFA)
• Easy Song Licensing
• Songfile by HFA

Make sure to check these services for detailed information on pricing and requirements for obtaining licenses to distribute your AI-generated covers legally.

Conclusion: Recreate the Music, Stay Compliant

Using Suno AI gives you the freedom to recreate your favorite songs without infringing on copyright, as long as it’s for personal use. By carefully crafting music prompts and using meta object commands, you can capture the emotional depth of songs like Diddy’s “I’ll Be Missing You” while generating your own unique version.

Ready to get started? Check out my cover of "Missing You" here and begin your journey into AI music creation!