Autotune/ˈɔːtəʊtuːn/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Music Production Autotune is often used in studios to polish recorded music. The album sounds smooth thanks to autotune. Pro Tip 2/3Popularity Spike The use of autotune surged in pop music since the early 2000s. T-Pain is famous for his extensive use of autotune. Pro Tip 3/3Ethical Debates Some critics view autotune as deceptive, while others see it as a creative tool. There's a debate whether autotune undermines singers' true abilities.