I use voice AI to turn text into songs, which provides an additional source of income (with

To be honest with you upfront.

I’m tone-deaf when singing, have zero knowledge of music theory, and can’t even read numbered musical notation. Back in the day, if anyone told me I could make money from music, I’d think they’d lost their mind.

Yet someone like me now earns extra income from music every single month.

There’s no secret trick to it — I just use Yinshu AI, a tool that generates complete songs from text prompts. No musical instruments or composition skills required; all you need to do is type words to create music.

Below I’ll share my full workflow step by step, covering how to operate the tool, monetization methods, and ready-to-use prompts.

I. What Exactly Is Yinshu AI?

Simply put, it is an AI music creation platform tailored exclusively for Chinese users, widely known as the Chinese version of Suno.

Input a text description such as "Write a folk song about graduation farewells", or paste your self-written lyrics, and it will generate a full track complete with melody, arrangement and human vocals within dozens of seconds.

Why is it built for Chinese users? Most mainstream overseas AI music tools produce Chinese lyrics that sound stiff and machine-translated. Yinshu AI has undergone in-depth tuning optimized for Chinese linguistic habits and cultural contexts, delivering exceptional results for Chinese style music and C-pop.

Two core creation modes:

1. Impromptu Creation
2. Ideal for fast track production. No full lyrics needed — just a descriptive passage, and the AI composes everything automatically. For example, typing "A song about mom cooking meals" instantly generates a finished piece. The platform also provides random inspiration prompts for writers experiencing creative block.
3. Custom Creation
4. For users with pre-written lyrics seeking precise stylistic control. Separate input fields are available for lyrics and style prompts, with over 30 genres including pop, traditional Chinese style, and electronic music to pick from. You may also select male vocals, female vocals, rap, chorus and more.

Its unique GETI framework stands out: four dimensions — Genre, Emotion, Tempo, Instrument — let you accurately define your desired sound without professional musical jargon.

If you struggle to describe your ideal style like I do, the built-in AI Prompt Polishing feature solves this problem. Simply input plain language like "I want a slightly sad song without overly miserable vibes", and the AI converts it into professional, detailed prompts.

II. How I Make Money with Yinshu AI

I’ve tested multiple revenue streams with varying profitability and workload. Pick the one that fits you best.

Stream 1: Short Video Soundtrack Accounts (Original BGM)

This is the most accessible path for ordinary people. No on-camera appearance or existing follower base required — your original music speaks for itself.

Short video platforms have strict copyright enforcement; using unlicensed background music often leads to limited reach. AI-generated original soundtracks eliminate copyright risks while offering unique creative differentiation. Source royalty-free landscape footage from Pexels or Coverr, pair it with your custom music, and export a finished video.

Detailed workflow:

1. Pick a niche. Calming instrumental music and traditional Chinese melodies perform best — they suit nearly all video footage without alienating viewers.
2. Mass-produce music via Yinshu AI. I usually generate 10 tracks at once and keep the top 5 highest-quality ones. Set your preferred style, hit generate, and each track finishes in under a minute.
3. Use Jianying to combine royalty-free landscape clips with your original audio and export videos.

The entire process takes roughly 20 minutes per video, with no scripts or on-camera work needed.

Income sources:

• Platform traffic revenue sharing: Douyin Medium Video Program and WeChat Channel Creator Rewards pay ¥30–¥80 per 10,000 views. Some calming music creators earn over ¥1,500 from a single video that hits 300,000 views.
• Custom commercial soundtrack orders: Brands and content creators message you to commission exclusive background music.

Impromptu Creation Prompt Guide

Impromptu mode is for fast song generation without pre-written lyrics; the AI crafts melody, arrangement and vocals automatically from your description.

Basic Template:

Write a [Genre] song themed around [Topic], with [Sad/Happy/Serene/Passionate...] emotions and [Fast/Medium/Slow] tempo.

Practical Example:

A folk song about graduation parting, subtly melancholic yet not despairing, mid-slow tempo. Include campus imagery such as playgrounds, school desks and cicada chirps in the lyrics.

Advanced Template (for precise control):

Soft piano backing for verses, acoustic guitar strums and light drum beats entering in choruses, slowed rhythm with empty space in the bridge, piano solo outro. Warm male vocals with subtle chorus layers in choruses.

Tips:

• The impromptu input box supports descriptions up to 500 characters, enough for detailed direction.
• Tap inspiration prompts for creative ideas when stuck.
• Tick the Instrumental Only checkbox if you want wordless background music without vocals.

Stream 2: Custom Song Commission Services (Xianyu / Xiaohongshu Orders)

This method generates faster immediate returns than running a content account — simply market your AI songwriting service and charge clients directly.

I listed a service product on Xianyu titled "Custom Original AI Songs: Turn Your Story into Music". The listing features sample tracks and clear service rules: clients share a story passage or poem plus their preferred genre, and I transform the text into a complete song.

Pricing tiers:

• Basic Package (Instrumental Only): ¥39 — suitable for Vlog background music and promotional video scores
• Standard Package (Vocal Tracks): ¥69 — full vocal songs created from client-provided themes or lyrics
• Premium Full Production Package: ¥199 — includes lyric writing, track generation, lossless multi-track files, custom cover art, and a basic edited short promotional video

Pro tip: After receiving an order, deliver two extra alternate versions free of charge. For instance, if the client ordered pop, add an instrumental cut and light electronic remix alongside the main track. This boosts positive reviews, increases listing exposure, and attracts more clients via word of mouth.

Custom Creation Prompt Guide

Custom mode is ideal if you already have lyrics and demand granular stylistic adjustments. Separate lyric and style input fields deliver results aligned with your exact vision.

GETI Four-Dimensional Style Prompt Formula:

[Genre], [Emotion], [Tempo], [Instrumentation] + Vocal Preferences

Example 1 (Traditional Chinese Style):

Genre: Ancient Chinese folk music

Emotion: Serene with faint wistfulness

Tempo: Slow moderate pace, ~70 BPM

Instruments: Guzheng and bamboo flute lead, subtle string section backing

Vocals: Ethereal female voice

Atmosphere reference: Drinking wine alone under the moon, listening to wind through bamboo forests, a sense of peaceful detachment from worldly worries

Example 2 (Pop / Upbeat Electronic):

Genre: Pop / Electro-pop

Emotion: Energetic, uplifting, inspiring

Tempo: Fast running rhythm, ~120 BPM, 4/4 time signature

Instruments: Punchy electronic drum kit, synth bass, bold lead synthesizer tones

Vocals: Powerful male vocals

Example 3 (Narrative Folk):

Genre: Urban folk

Emotion: Story-driven, warm nostalgia

Tempo: Simple mid-tempo acoustic strumming

Instruments: Acoustic guitar lead, harmonica and light percussion entering in choruses

Vocals: Raw, unpolished male voice that tells a heartfelt story

Lyric writing tip: Use vivid scene descriptions such as "late-night convenience store" or "leaf-covered streets" to build immersive imagery.

Tip: Leverage the AI Prompt Polishing tool if you struggle to define styles. Input casual language like "A relaxing slightly lonely track for solo late-night driving", and the AI refines it into professional prompts.

Stream 3: AI Soundtrack Tutorials & One-on-One Coaching Services

Once you master the tool, you can profit from sharing your know-how by bridging information gaps for beginners.

I offer two educational products:

1. A beginner’s e-book titled Yinshu AI Starter Guide, covering registration, the GETI framework, prompt polishing and real production case studies, sold on Xiaohongshu.
2. A 7-day hands-on coaching program where I guide students through producing a full song from scratch. While time-intensive, it commands higher prices and gains referrals from successful students.

This revenue stream takes longer to scale as you first need to prove your production ability, yet it delivers compound long-term value — a single tutorial can be sold to countless buyers without repeated labor.

III. How to Choose the Right Monetization Path

• Build content accounts: Focus on traffic revenue + commercial soundtrack commissions. Requires initial patience to grow your audience but yields stable long-term income, perfect for people who prefer minimal client communication.
• Fast immediate earnings: Accept custom song orders on Xianyu and Xiaohongshu. Direct upfront payments from service fees and information gap profits.
• Long-term compound growth: Create educational tutorials and consulting services. Higher entry barriers requiring solid tool mastery, yet larger profit margins and sustainable recurring income.

You can test all three streams simultaneously to identify which matches your strengths best.

IV. Pricing & Practical Tool Tips

Yinshu AI operates on a point system. New users receive free trial points, with 20 complimentary points awarded via daily check-in for casual hobbyists.

• Monthly Membership: ¥19, 200 bonus points
• Quarterly Membership: ¥49, 600 bonus points
• Annual Membership: ¥199, 2,400 bonus points (best value)

Membership includes full commercial copyright ownership of all your generated music. Free trial points suffice for casual personal use, but a membership is recommended for commercial creators for faster rendering speeds, higher audio quality, and full commercial licensing clearance.

Practical hacks:

1. Claim daily free check-in points to accumulate credits gradually.
2. Always polish prompts with the AI optimization tool — it drastically upgrades mediocre generated tracks into impressive finished works.
3. Export multi-track stems after creation to isolate vocals, backing music and individual instruments for secondary mixing in Jianying.
4. Browse trending community tracks for inspiration when unsure how to define your desired musical style.

V. Critical Pitfalls to Avoid

1. Do not rush to take client orders immediately. Spend at least one week mastering all Yinshu AI features and finishing several high-quality demo tracks first. Lacking tool proficiency leaves you unable to answer client questions, harming your reputation.
2. Disclose AI generation variability upfront to clients. Identical prompts can produce subtly different results across renders; clear pre-emptive communication prevents negative reviews from unmet expectations.
3. Establish clear delivery terms for custom orders: specify allowed revision rounds and extra fees for additional edits in your service listing to eliminate misalignment mid-project.
4. Never mimic famous artists’ vocal tones. Voice cloning carries legal risks. Stick to the platform’s native built-in voice banks to avoid copyright violations.

Before writing this article, I checked my backend stats — I’ve created hundreds of tracks with Yinshu AI. Less than half were produced for commercial orders, while the rest were for personal enjoyment.

Even that fraction has generated a meaningful side income over the past few months. It may not be a massive fortune, yet for someone who once thought music was entirely out of reach, this outcome is deeply satisfying.

Yinshu AI taught me one core lesson: AI cannot turn you into a musical prodigy, yet it transforms vague creative ideas into audible finished tracks. As long as audiences are willing to pay to hear your musical vision, you can profit from it.