Category: Chorus Writing
Chorus Writing
Learn the Ultimate Method to Writing A Chorus
November 21, 2025
You’ve probably heard it said — or even thought it yourself — that the chorus is simply the part…
Chorus Writing
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What’s Your Song’s Focus? Find Out with The Campfire Test!
August 24, 2025
Imagine you’re sitting around a campfire with a bunch of your friends. The sun is setting, and someone…
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3 Expert Tips to Write Killer Choruses Instantly
May 15, 2025
Crafting a memorable chorus can feel intimidating for many songwriters – even the most experienced ones. But what…
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Music
Unlock Powerful Rhythms with These 12 Fingerpicking Patterns
May 2, 2025
If you’re a songwriter who uses guitar as your main instrument whilst songwriting, you may have run into…
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Uncovering Songwriting Techniques with Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now”
March 19, 2025
Joni Mitchell is a songwriting legend whose techniques continue to inspire musicians and lyricists around the world. In…
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Make Your Songs Twice As Good with Power Positions
March 12, 2025
Every songwriter dreams of creating lyrics that not only tell a story but also resonate emotionally with the…
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Generating Ideas for Lyrics
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Song Form
How to Write a Song – 5 Simple Steps
February 23, 2025
Have you ever struggled to turn your lyrical or melodic ideas into a complete song? Whether you’re an…
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Write Stunning Lyrics And Melody With This Remarkable Technique
January 14, 2025
One of the hardest technical and creative challenges for songwriters is creating a natural relationship between lyrics and…
Chorus Writing
Creative Practice
Generating Ideas for Lyrics
Lyric Writing
Music
The Zoom Method: Secrets to Better Lyrics Under 10 Minutes
January 7, 2025
What does the classic Joni Mitchell song, ‘The River’ (1971) have in common with neo-RnB song ‘Super Rich…
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Musical Onomatopoeia – The Secret to Writing Amazing Hooks
April 9, 2024
If you’ve ever heard a catchy, relatable hook from a songwriter you like and wondered how you can…
Chorus Writing
Music
A Guide to Finding the Perfect Chords
October 22, 2023
It’s very common for songwriters to come up with great lyrics, but then become lost when they reach…
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Song Form
Write a Song Within an Hour
October 4, 2023
A lot of songwriters often talk about how they can’t finish songs. You hear it all the time…
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Song Form
Songwriting Tip #7 – Using Unconventional Song Forms
September 24, 2023
In songwriting, it’s common practice for most of us to adhere to common or popular song forms such…
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Song Form
Songwriting Tip #6 – Keep It Short
September 17, 2023
A common issue that songwriters often struggle with, is how to determine the length of their song. In…
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Song Form
Songwriting Tip #5 – Listening to Your Audience
September 10, 2023
As songwriters, we’re often focused on the details of our songs and the creative process. However, it’s important…