Category: Songs I Love
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What I’m listening to and why.
October 18, 2022
I got a phone call from my friend Benny the other night (Benny, who I make videos with…
Generating Ideas for Lyrics
Language
Lyric Writing
metaphor
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Writing better lyrics with metaphor magic
August 12, 2022
In this video, I show you how to write songs—and specifically lyrics—like Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars, and John…
Chorus Writing
Creative Practice
Music Theory for Songwriters
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Wisdom from Songwriters
6 Songs That Taught Us How to Write Songs
January 8, 2022
One of the best ways to learn how to write great songs is to learn from great songs…
Generating Ideas for Lyrics
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Steal Like a Songwriter
September 16, 2019
The most effective way I write songs is to immerse myself in songwriters. I like to remind myself…
Music
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The Secret Life of ‘Hallelujah’ by Leonard Cohen.
September 28, 2016
The song ‘Hallelujah’ by Leonard Cohen is now thought of as a glittering jewel of genius. But the…
Songs I Love
Student Profile
Student Profile – Sister Ursuline
July 21, 2016
SISTER URSULINE is a Sydney-based cello-wielding songwriter with a soft spot for pigeons, bloomers, and hidden historical stories…
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Songs I Love: ‘One Way Ticket’ by Busbee
April 1, 2012
My friend showed me Busbee’s album last night, and I listened to it on repeat while driving from…