There are songs that you think are written for you because you can relate to it, both in words and in emotions. When your favorite songs playing on the radio or on your phone, you cannot stop yourself from singing. Now, you are sitting and you are strumming your guitar while staring at nowhere, and you know that you want to write a song. However, you do not know where to start.
Here are some tips on how you can write your own song.
You can start with the title. You may write a phrase that consists of at least six words, and it is the core message of your song. You may use an image or action word to give your title energy and interest. After you have written and decided your title, you should make a list of questions connected to the title. “Start by asking yourself what you want to say about your title and what you think your
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Frederick mentioned that one of the famous song structures is the “Verse/ Chorus/ Verse/ Chorus/ Bridge/ Chorus.” You may try to start with a pre-chorus, it is when you give a hint of what the chorus is and it can build anticipation for your listeners.
While you are writing your lyrics, you should answer one question in your chorus and in each of your verses. You should ask a question that you will answer in your chorus. “Look for images and action words to bring your answers to life,” Frederick suggested. He added that if your lyrics become poetic, you should add a line to give a clearer statement, so your listeners can understand the message of your song. Then, you should do the same for your verses.
Frederick said that you should find your melody in your lyrics. Among the lines you have written, choose the ones that you like to put in your chorus, then say them out loud. Say them again with emotions, and exaggerate the emotions in your lines. The natural rhythm and melody of your speech come out and it can be your guide for the melody of your chorus, then play it until it feels