Can you write melodies if you can’t read a single note of music? You certainly can: When I first sang my lyrics out loud, the tune that came out sounded like a nursery rhyme. Surprisingly, it suited the song really well. So, if you can sing a nursery rhyme, you already know more about how…
When I first started writing songs, I was confused about one thing more than anything else: should I write literally, exactly as things happened, or make it abstract so the feelings could fit anyone’s story? You’ve heard the classic writing advice: “show, don’t tell.” Many beginners get stuck right here. This article breaks down how…
Why Write a Song About Your Life? There’s a real advantage when you write a song about your life: you lived it. Every experience is first-hand, so no one else can tell it the way you can. Your perspective is unique, and that’s exactly what makes a personal song worth hearing. Whether the memories are…
