How to Bring Your Lyrics to Life with Sensory Language

Do you want to add some flair and personality to your songs? One way to do this is by using sensory language in your lyrics. Sensory language is language that appeals to the five senses (sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell) and helps to create a more vivid and immersive listening experience. To use sensory language in your lyrics, start by brainstorming words and phrases … Continue reading How to Bring Your Lyrics to Life with Sensory Language

Alex JJanuary 17, 2023June 22, 2023Leave a comment

Songwriting beginners

How to Use Repetition in Lyrics

Have you ever noticed that the more times you hear something, the more likely you are to remember it? Repetition is so common in songs that you won’t find a hit song without it. All great songs are a combination of familiarity and contrast, and that familiarity comes from repetition. While repetition can be easy enough to include in a song, too much can make … Continue reading How to Use Repetition in Lyrics

Kristine TranJanuary 7, 2023June 21, 2023Leave a comment

Pro songwriters

The Psychology of Lyric Writing

When it comes to lyric writing, the psychology behind it can be just as important as the words themselves. From the emotions that fuel inspiration to the way lyrics can affect the tone of a song, the psychological factors at play can have a significant impact on the effectiveness of your lyrics. Here’s a closer look at the psychology of lyric writing: 1. The role … Continue reading The Psychology of Lyric Writing

Alex JDecember 23, 2022June 15, 2023Leave a comment

Pro songwriters, Songwriting beginners

Take Your Lyric Writing to the Next Level

Lyric writing is like any other art form. The more you write, the more you improve. But what if you already write regularly, but would like to challenge yourself to reach the next level? Here’s how to take your lyric writing to the next level: Unpack your favorite songs The best way to study lyric writing is to study the works of other great lyric … Continue reading Take Your Lyric Writing to the Next Level

Alex JOctober 18, 2022June 15, 2023Leave a comment