Category: Analyzing Songs

7 Songwriting Secrets from WE WILL ROCK YOU by Queen
Analyzing Songs Chorus Writing Music Song Form

Songwriting Tips to Learn from Queen’s “We Will Rock You”

6 August 2023
“We Will Rock You” by Queen is arguably the greatest rock anthem of all time. In this blog…
4 Chord Tricks The Beatles Knew (and you should too!)
Analyzing Songs Music

Learning About Secondary Dominant Chords

5 August 2023
Although the “secondary dominant chords” may sound intimidating, it’s a simple concept to grasp once you understand the…
4 Chord Tricks The Beatles Knew (and you should too!)
Analyzing Songs Music

Exploring Minor Line Clichés

29 July 2023
Since we previously learnt about major line clichés in this article, we will now learn about its darker…
4 Chord Tricks The Beatles Knew (and you should too!)
Analyzing Songs Music

Explaining Major Line Clichés

22 July 2023
There are many techniques we can use to spice up our chord progressions, and the one we’ll learn…
4 Chord Tricks The Beatles Knew (and you should too!)
Analyzing Songs Music Music Theory for Songwriters

Chord Tricks to Learn from “Something” by The Beatles

16 July 2023
George Harrison’s song ‘Something’ (on The Beatles’ iconic 1969 album Abbey Road) contains 4 exquisite chord moves –…
New to Songwriting? Start Here (3 tips).
Analyzing Songs Creative Practice Lyric Writing Music

Essential Songwriting Tips for Beginners

14 July 2023
Amidst all the doubts and fears, it can be difficult to know where to begin when songwriting. All…
This 90’s Hit is Far Weirder Than You Thought (modes, modulation, and MORE!)
Analyzing Songs Music Music Theory for Songwriters

Song Analysis – ‘You Oughta Know’ by Alanis Morissette

8 July 2023
Alanis Morissette’s 90’s smash hit ‘You Oughta Know’ has three weird and wonderful musical moves that make it…
Why Do People Love FLOWERS by Miley Cyrus So Much?
Analyzing Songs Writing Prompts

What can any songwriter learn from ‘Flowers’ by Miley Cyrus?

26 January 2023
We are fascinated by what makes songs ignite the imaginations of millions of people around the world. In…