Author: Daniel Thrasher

What is a Bridge in a Song? [And How to Write One!]

Posted by Daniel Thrasher | Song Structure

Virtually ALL genres of music follow some kind of structure, from pop music to EDM (and even jazz,...

How Much Do Songwriters Make in 2024? (Plus How to Get Paid!)

Posted by Daniel Thrasher | Music Business

So you think you can write songs… And you want to make money doing it? Well, I’ve got...

How Long Should a Song Be? [Radio, Streaming, and Social!]

Posted by Daniel Thrasher | Songwriting Basics

Are you a musician or songwriter trying to answer the question, “How long should a song be...

Why Is Music Theory Important for Songwriting?

Posted by Daniel Thrasher | Music Theory

There’s a HUGE ongoing debate in the music world about whether learning music theory is...

How to Start Off a Song: 11 Song Intro Ideas to Hook Your Listeners!

Posted by Daniel Thrasher | Song Structure

Think of the most recognizable song intros of all time: Perhaps...

I'M DANIEL AND I LOVE SONGWRITING

I've always been a creative guy, and songwriting is one of my greatest passions. Over the past decade, I've written dozens of songs, performed them live, and recorded in my home studio. I made this website to inspire and help others who want to make better songs!

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