Songwriting Tips Thread

Howard the Duck · 06-28-2012, 07:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scerrato

let it flow naturally the greatest songs that you will ever right come from the ether

i find that quite a nice way to put it, really

stick around

samkaiye · 07-05-2012, 02:32 PM

hi samkaiye here, just read your tips section, pretty much agree with all u had to say. just posted too songs, bleed alone, and the drifter, would be interested to see whot you think of them, if you have the time !! cheers samkaiye

The3rdborn · 07-14-2012, 11:54 AM

You guys all have awesome tips for songwriting! If you want to see some songwriting tips in action go to my website and check out the video From Zosia her hit song "Monday" was played on the hit TV show The Hills. She does this crazy bubble diagram that really stretches your creativity.

~~1moretroubadour~~ · 07-25-2012, 10:14 PM

Great stuff on here!

Here is a tip I found that works very well for me.

Find an instrumental of a song you admire (by a professional artist) that captures the essence of your own song, or comes close. Then sing in their melody but your own lyrics. It takes a little bit of warming into but once you get going, you can come up with some really great ideas that might fit your project, or at least can be saved for another!

laga · 09-25-2012, 11:44 AM

I think there are no hard and fast rules to writing, there shouldnt be anything limiting your creativity - except maybe make it original, but even then its alright to pick up things here and there, you cant avoid being influenced by whats out there, but the best advice I ever heard given was from Harry Connick Junior on Austrailian Idol when he said "dont listen to these bozos" (meaning the other judges) and do what you feel you should.

alecsy · 10-26-2012, 04:07 PM

I think just developing a tune in your head and recording it with your phone or something else is great because then you won't forget the tune while you are in the zone.

Country · 11-18-2012, 10:19 PM

I try to relax and take breaks. I find it clears my mind Doritos help too!

PoorOldPo · 01-22-2013, 07:52 AM

Whenever it happens to me, it is a flash, it happens very fast, and then it is done. It is usually very simple, that is the foundation for a great song.

Psychedub Dude · 03-03-2013, 02:51 PM

It's all about mood and environment for me. They always change the style or tone of songs I write. Sometimes if I'm not feeling it, I'll change the scenery a bit.

Fanagoria · 08-09-2013, 03:35 AM

Hi, everyone! I try to make songs and sing them.. Still have a lot to learn.. But i want to ask you - what do you think about online singing courses? I don't have an option to attend singing and songwriting classes..

07-14-2012, 11:54 AM	#143 (permalink)
The3rdborn Groupie Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 1	Bubble Diagram! You guys all have awesome tips for songwriting! If you want to see some songwriting tips in action go to my website and check out the video From Zosia her hit song "Monday" was played on the hit TV show The Hills. She does this crazy bubble diagram that really stretches your creativity.

11-18-2012, 10:19 PM	#147 (permalink)
Country Groupie Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1	Writing I try to relax and take breaks. I find it clears my mind Doritos help too!

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PoorOldPo Blue Pill Oww Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Luimneach, Eire Posts: 1,107	Whenever it happens to me, it is a flash, it happens very fast, and then it is done. It is usually very simple, that is the foundation for a great song. __________________ https://www.instagram.com/hennas.lullaby/

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Psychedub Dude Nowhere Man Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: In a champagne supernova in the sky Posts: 662	It's all about mood and environment for me. They always change the style or tone of songs I write. Sometimes if I'm not feeling it, I'll change the scenery a bit. __________________ There is only one beer left Rappers screaming all in our ears like we're deaf Tempt me, do a number on the label Eat up all their MC's and drink 'em under the table [B]Last.fm Shadows Of Our Souls

07-05-2012, 02:32 PM	#142 (permalink)
samkaiye Groupie Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 3	hi samkaiye here, just read your tips section, pretty much agree with all u had to say. just posted too songs, bleed alone, and the drifter, would be interested to see whot you think of them, if you have the time !! cheers samkaiye

07-25-2012, 10:14 PM	#144 (permalink)
~~1moretroubadour~~ Account Disabled Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 43	Great stuff on here! Here is a tip I found that works very well for me. Find an instrumental of a song you admire (by a professional artist) that captures the essence of your own song, or comes close. Then sing in their melody but your own lyrics. It takes a little bit of warming into but once you get going, you can come up with some really great ideas that might fit your project, or at least can be saved for another!

09-25-2012, 11:44 AM	#145 (permalink)
laga Groupie Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Posts: 5	I think there are no hard and fast rules to writing, there shouldnt be anything limiting your creativity - except maybe make it original, but even then its alright to pick up things here and there, you cant avoid being influenced by whats out there, but the best advice I ever heard given was from Harry Connick Junior on Austrailian Idol when he said "dont listen to these bozos" (meaning the other judges) and do what you feel you should.

10-26-2012, 04:07 PM	#146 (permalink)
alecsy Groupie Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Saint George, UT Posts: 9	I think just developing a tune in your head and recording it with your phone or something else is great because then you won't forget the tune while you are in the zone.

08-09-2013, 03:35 AM	#150 (permalink)
Fanagoria Groupie Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 1	Hi, everyone! I try to make songs and sing them.. Still have a lot to learn.. But i want to ask you - what do you think about online singing courses? I don't have an option to attend singing and songwriting classes..