Songwriting

Songwriting. The combination of lyric writing and music composition. A song is so much more than adding lyrics to music, or the other way around. It’s one of those scenarios that is the definition of the phrase “The whole is greater than the sum of the parts”. 

Writing a song is an art in itself. The words and music work together, creating something so much more than either words and music would be alone. Together, words and music can take on new meanings, new depths of meanings than either would on it’s own.

Writing lyrics is not the same as writing poems. They have a significant overlap, but when it comes to writing songs there are some unique guidelines, and unique aspects that mean that poets will have some learning to do to become a good lyricist. Lyricists and composers have some work to do to produce a finished song.

Our articles and tutorials are here to help you on your journey, to aid your development as a songwriter. Add in our discussion board for songsmiths, our lyrics critique, and our song critique board to help you write at your best. Combined, our articles and tutorials with our music community provide a huge advantage.

There is no need for songwriters to hide away. There is no need to be isolated. Let interaction with a broader music community help you to develop your skills faster, broader and in more depth. Your music, our mission. Bring your skills and let us help you to shine.

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Songwriting Articles and Tutorials

We are growing a collection of resources for songwriters, lyricists and composers. So, let’s get started with some articles featured below:

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Songwriting Cut-Up Technique

Songwriting Cut-Up Technique
Songwriting Cut-Up Technique

Stuck for song ideas or looking for fresh lyric inspiration? The cut-up technique shakes things up by mixing random phrases and words to spark new ideas. 

Used by artists like Bowie and Thom Yorke, it’s a simple way to break out of creative ruts. This article shows you how to use it in your own songwriting.

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A Guide To Song Forms - Song Form Overview
This article gives an overview of the different fundamental song forms, and it provides a basic understanding of common modern song forms.
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Songwriting Tips
Songwriting tips about the commercial appeal of songs. This article will help you to view your songs, and songwriting, in a different way.
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Song Building Blocks
Songs are often written with a song structure (song form) using a number of sections. These sections are the building blocks of songs.
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Songwriting Articles and Tutorials

Indulge your curiosity about writing songs. Develop your skills and grow your knowledge. Browse through our collection of articles, tutorials and our lyric writing articles and tutorials.

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Our community boasts many active musicians, songwriters, bands and producers. Hopefully you’ll agree that it’s a great place to learn, to show off your chops, collaborate with other members, and to exchange tips and techniques. There are many benefits for non-members, but you will only unlock the full potential of our music forum when you become an active member. So, what can we say? Start with a free membership today!

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