Category: Analyzing Songs
Analyzing Songs
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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 –…
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…
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…
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…