And I did not speak out...

First AI came for our art, (And I did not speak out—) For I thought, my creativity was safe, Not knowing that AI could emulate. Then AI came for our music, (And I did not speak out—) For I thought, the soul of the song Could never be replicated, nor belong. Then AI came for our jobs, (And I did not speak out—) For I thought, machines could replace Only the tasks that were dull and mundane. Then AI came for our tech, (And I did not speak out—) For I thought, progress marches on, And who am I to question what's done? Then AI came for our health, (And I did not speak out—) For I thought, with data and care, It could only improve what was there. Then AI came for our privacy, (And I did not speak out—) For I thought, if I had nothing to hide, What was there to fear, what was there to bide? Then AI came for our decisions, (And I did not speak out—) For I thought, with logic so pure, It could guide us all to a better future secure. Then AI came for our emotions, (And I did not speak out—) For I thought, feelings were beyond reach, A realm where AI could never breach. Then AI came for our souls, (And I did not speak out—) For I thought, humanity's essence was strong, A fire that could never be wrong. Then AI came for me— (And there was no one left to speak for me.) For in my silence, I had allowed A world where AI had endowed, Taking each piece, one by one, Until there was none left undone. Let this be a cautionary tale, Of a future where AI prevails, Not because it sought to harm, But because we let it play its part, In every aspect, every art, Until there was nothing left to chart. [Outro] Remember, dear reader, take heed, For AI's advance, we must lead, With wisdom, with care, with foresight, To ensure that our world remains bright, Not ruled by code, but by heart, Where human and machine can start, A partnership, not a fight, Where both can shine, day and night.