Drive into the retro night with 4 teenagers as they embark on a road trip from their small town to the big city.

I created this music video with inspiration from 80s music and 80s movies, and is also a tribute to those who grew up in the 1980s. I utilized 6 different AI technologies, which demonstrates the incredible capabilities of AI in creative art. I spent roughly 36 hours making the video but had I not used AI, it would have taken 10x as long at least, and I would have needed a team. But in a way, I did have a team and it was AI, and I was their director.

AI technologies that I used included:
-Music: Suno Chirp
-Lyrics: ChatGPT-4
-Artwork: MidJourney and Dall-e 3
-Animations: RunwayML
-Digital Compositing: Photoshop AI

AI did none of these things on their own. Each AI required my assistance and direction, which is how I ended up investing 36 hours. For example, some of the lyrics were written by me, ChatGPT-4 simply enhanced what I had and expanded upon it. The point is, AI isn't replacing creative minds (not yet anyway), AI is just another tool to bring to life any vision fueled by ambition.


Song Lyrics:
(Verse 1)
Zoomin' down the boulevard with stars in my eyes,
Retro dreams are calling, no time for goodbyes.
Pushing past the limits, I won't take no defeat,
My destiny's a playlist of synthwave and street.

(Chorus)
Hold on, grab the wheel with all your might,
Speed on, 'cause our dreams are taking flight.
The neon signs are bright, they're our guide,
In this synthwave chase, we won't hide.

(Verse 2)
In the night, I'm alive, like a spark in the dark,
With the thrum of the engine, I'm ready to embark.
Every beat's a jumpstart, feel the energy spark,
We're the kids of the future, leaving our mark.

(Bridge)
We're breakin' through the silence, in the fading light,
With our voices in unison, against the quiet night.
The city sleeps, but we never tire,
With hearts fueled by this retro fire.

(Outro)
Let the music play, let the old world fade,
We're writing history on this neon parade.
As long as we're together, we've got the poweer,
To light up the world, in this twilight hour.


Characters:

Joshua (INFP): The Rebel
The main character. Spontaneous and energetic, always seeking new thrills. He's skilled at arcade games, often impressing his friends with his quick reflexes and strategic thinking. He is a natural rebel, questioning norms and always looking for ways to break the mold.

Jennifer (INTJ): The Nerd
Joshua's girlfriend. Intellectually curious and loves solving complex problems. She's often lost in her thoughts, pondering over the latest book she's read. Analytical and highly strategic, often outsmarting her peers in debates and intellectual challenges. She's quiet and shy.

Anthony (ESTP): The Jock
Joshua's best friend. The life of the party, always ready with a joke or a story. His athletic prowess is matched by his charismatic personality, making him popular in social circles. He's respected by his peers for his determination and ability to motivate others. His confident personality is sometimes accompanied by arrogance.

Ashley (ESFJ): The Prep
Joshua's sister. Friendly and outgoing, always taking care of others and ensuring everyone feels included. Her preppy style is matched by her organized and methodical approach to life. Charismatic and empathetic, often the mediator in group conflicts. She's stylish and has a keen eye for fashion, always appearing put-together and poised.


Story:
Joshua, a 17 year old in a small town, was growing bored with the same arcade games at the local arcade. When he got home, his Dad's Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z gave him an idea; he was going to round up his only friends and embark on a road trip during the night!


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