Category: Lyric Writing
Lyric Writing
Lyric Writing: 3 Exercises for Generating Endless Original (and excellent) Lyrics
August 3, 2026
Some lyrics arrive like lightning. Most don’t. Most begin as something much less impressive: a half-formed image, a…
Lyric Writing
How to Write Better Lyrics—Now
July 26, 2026
I’ve put together a short-and-sweet playlist of lyric-writing tutorials today. The tutorials are designed to show you—quickly and…
Lyric Writing
Power Positions in Lyric Writing
July 21, 2026
Power positions are lines of lyric inside your song (and any song you listen to) that naturally command…
Finishing Songs
Lyric Writing
How to Use Song Maps to Finish Every Song
March 25, 2026
Using Song Maps has been one of the most transformative tools I’ve ever learned to take any idea…
Lyric Writing
Beyond the 4-Line Verse: Structural Techniques for Songwriters
January 19, 2026
Writing emotional lyrics doesn’t have to be hard. Discover how lyric structure shapes feeling—and how to break free…
Lyric Writing
Did You Know You’ve Been Writing Lyrics Backwards? Stop Now!
November 24, 2025
Most beginners try to write their lyrics from the top down — first line, first verse, chorus later.…
Lyric Writing
Here’s the Solution to the Enormous Lie Beginner Songwriters Believe
November 17, 2025
“Lyrics or music?”…Wrong question. If you’ve ever asked, “Should I start with lyrics or music?” you’ve bumped into…
Chorus Writing
Creative Practice
Lyric Writing
Melody Writing
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…
Analyzing Songs
Creative Practice
Lyric Writing
Song Form
The Unexpected Secret Behind this Popular Song
June 15, 2025
Many songwriters think that there are only a few traditional song forms which they can use to write…
Lyric Writing
Standing in the Spotlight: The Secret Power of a Song’s First Line
April 29, 2025
Learn how to write song lyrics that stand out—using tension-driven first lines that grab attention and keep listeners…
Lyric Writing
Here’s How to Write Breathtaking Lyrics
April 11, 2025
Every songwriter dreams of writing lyrics that resonate, tell compelling stories, and evoke deep emotions. Yet, even the…
Analyzing Songs
Chorus Writing
Lyric Writing
Melody Writing
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…
Chorus Writing
Creative Practice
Lyric Writing
Music
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…
Chorus Writing
Creative Practice
Generating Ideas for Lyrics
Lyric Writing
Melody Writing
Music
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…
Chorus Writing
Lyric Writing
Melody Writing
Music
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…