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Knowing how to find a songwriting teacher can be a daunting task, especially if you are new to the craft of songwriting. However, with the right teacher, you can improve your skills, get valuable feedback on your work, and gain the knowledge and confidence you need to succeed as a songwriter. So, how do you find the right songwriting teacher? Here are a few tips … Continue reading How to Find a Songwriting Teacher
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Writing a rap verse can be super challenging, but with a little bit of advice and some simple techniques, I’m positive that you can learn how to write a rap verse that will make you say DDDAAAMMNN…that’s fire!! Here are some tips to help you write a killer verse: 1. Start with a concept or theme. What are you going to talk about? Before you … Continue reading How to Write a Rap Verse
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Are you feeling stuck in the midst of writing a song? Can’t seem to get that final verse or chorus to come together no matter how hard you try? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Even the most seasoned songwriters can get stuck in a creative rut from time to time. But don’t give up just yet! Here are three unconventional yet effective tips for finishing … Continue reading 3 Tips for Finishing a Song When You’re Feeling Stuck
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As a songwriter, it can sometimes be challenging to come up with new and fresh ideas for your songs. But fear not! There are plenty of common songwriting topics that you can explore to help get your creative juices flowing. Here are 10 different ideas to try: 1. Love and relationships This is a classic songwriting theme that has been explored by artists for decades. … Continue reading 10 Common Songwriting Topics to Explore
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Are you interested in songwriting, but not sure where to start? AI generators can be excellent tools to help you learn how to write lyrics and kickstart your creative process. For those new to songwriting, the idea of coming up with original lyrics can be intimidating. It can be challenging to find the right words to express your emotions and ideas, and writer’s block is … Continue reading How AI Generators Can Help You Learn to Write Songs
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There’s a common myth that artists, musicians and other creatives are necessarily crazy – that they’re emotionally unstable, eccentric, or prone to mental health issues. This idea has been around for centuries, and can be traced back to the romantic movement of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. During this time, artists were seen as rebels and outsiders, and their work was often associated … Continue reading Are Artists Really Crazy? Debunking the Myth
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When it comes to creating and releasing music, the song title is often overlooked in favor of more “important” aspects like lyrics and melody. But let’s face it, song titles are the real MVPs of the music world. Here’s why song titles matter: 1. Song titles are like the name tags of the music world. Without a song title, how would anyone know what your … Continue reading Why Song Titles Matter
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Welcome to the Songwriting Exercise of the Week series, where we provide prompts and techniques to help spark creativity and inspiration in your songwriting process. This week, we’ll be exploring the Non-Traditional Structure Exercise. The traditional verse-chorus-verse-chorus-bridge-chorus structure is a common format for songs, but it’s not the only way to structure your music. In fact, breaking away from traditional structures can add interest and … Continue reading Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Non-Traditional Structure Exercise
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There’s a common myth that learning is something that’s best done when you’re young – that kids are like sponges, soaking up knowledge and skills faster and more effectively than adults. But is this really true? Are you ever too old to learn songwriting? Can you really only learn effectively when you’re a kid, or is it possible to learn and improve at any age? … Continue reading Are You Ever Too Old to Learn Songwriting?
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The myth of the “eureka moment” in songwriting – the idea that great song ideas come in a single moment of inspiration – is a pervasive one, and it can be especially damaging for songwriters who are trying to come up with new ideas. The idea that creativity is something that can’t be forced, that it’s something that just happens to you, can be a … Continue reading The Myth of the Eureka Moment in Songwriting
