Songwriting Basics

Get Rid of Songwriter’s Block [With 5 Epic Songwriting Exercises for Writers!]

You know what the creative dream is? To come up with brand new ideas for your art as soon as…

3 weeks ago

7 Parts of a Song: The Ultimate Song Structure Guide for Songwriters

When it comes to writing a new song, you obviously need to know about musical elements like chord progressions, rhythm,…

2 months ago

How to Write a Song Without an Instrument: 5 Key Tips!

Look, I'll be the FIRST to admit that it's really helpful to play a musical instrument while you're writing a…

3 months ago

When to Use 7th Chords: A Seventh Chord Guide for Songwriters!

There's something special about the seventh chord. It feels like that warmth in the back of your throat when you…

4 months ago

Lyrics or Music First: Which Works Best for Songwriting?

Some debates are truly for the ages: boxers or briefs? Chocolate candy or sour gummies? Deadpool or Wolverine? via GIPHY…

4 months ago

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

Are you a musician or songwriter trying to answer the question, "How long should a song be these days?" Well,…

2 years ago

13 Unconventional Songwriting Exercises to Boost Your Skills

Let's face it: You've probably tried a LOT of typical songwriting exercises before... "set a timer," "replace the lyrics to…

3 years ago

How to Come Up With a Song Title: 5 Song Naming Tips to Try!

Shakespeare once wrote: "What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as…

3 years ago

Why Finishing Songs Is a Struggle: 7 Tips to Finally Finish Writing Your Songs!

Finishing a season of your new favorite show in just one weekend? Simple. Finishing the last slice of pizza? Easy…

3 years ago

What Makes a Song Good? [5 Great Song Tips for Songwriters]

"Dude... That. Song. ROCKED!" Have you ever said that? Have you heard a song that's reached into your soul and…

3 years ago

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