
Music & Lyrics Expert - Thai
Listing checked November 5, 2026 · pay as published by Mercor
Key details
- Pay
- $4.56 fixed
- Location
- Remote
- Job type
- task-based
- Openings
- 15
- Posted
- November 2, 2026
Overview
Mercor partners with an AI lab to bring Thai-speaking music experts into generative music AI evaluation. You compare AI-written lyrics with published songs, then score each set for quality, creativity, prompt adherence, and originality. The work runs in Thai and English, with a focus on whether lyrics sound natural, including slang and regional expressions. The task-based engagement starts right away, can last up to six months, and most experts work about 20 hours a week with no cap.
What You'll Do6
- Compare AI-generated lyrics against published songs and flag close matches.
- Score lyric sets for quality, creativity, prompt adherence, and originality.
- Judge whether Thai lyrics sound natural by checking word choice, slang, and regional expressions.
- Review AI music across many genres and measure it against detailed quality standards.
- Work in Thai and English while you assess outputs and follow written instructions.
- Use headphones or studio monitors for critical listening during evaluations.
Requirements5
- Native or near-native Thai proficiency.
- Ability to read and follow detailed written instructions in English.
- Experience as a songwriter, lyricist, performer, composer, or music journalist.
- Knowledge of the Thai music scene.
- Access to headphones or studio monitors that support critical listening.
Preferred Qualifications3
- Formal training in music performance, theory, or composition.
- Credited or published songwriting work.
- Broad familiarity with contemporary Thai genres, subgenres, and artists.
Who Should Apply
Thai-speaking songwriters, lyricists, performers, composers, or music journalists who know the Thai music scene and can judge lyrics for natural word choice, slang, and regional expression. The role suits people with headphones or studio monitors for critical listening and enough English to follow detailed written instructions.
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