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Beyond the 4-Line Verse: Structural Techniques for Songwriters

19 January 2026
Writing emotional lyrics doesn’t have to be hard. Discover how lyric structure shapes feeling—and how to break free…
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Did You Know You’ve Been Writing Lyrics Backwards? Stop Now!

24 November 2025
Most beginners try to write their lyrics from the top down — first line, first verse, chorus later.…
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Here’s the Solution to the Enormous Lie Beginner Songwriters Believe

17 November 2025
“Lyrics or music?”…Wrong question. If you’ve ever asked, “Should I start with lyrics or music?” you’ve bumped into…
What’s Your Song’s Focus? Find Out with The Campfire Test!
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What’s Your Song’s Focus? Find Out with The Campfire Test!

24 August 2025
Imagine you’re sitting around a campfire with a bunch of your friends. The sun is setting, and someone…
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The Unexpected Secret Behind this Popular Song

15 June 2025
Many songwriters think that there are only a few traditional song forms which they can use to write…
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Standing in the Spotlight: The Secret Power of a Song’s First Line

29 April 2025
Learn how to write song lyrics that stand out—using tension-driven first lines that grab attention and keep listeners…
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Here’s How to Write Breathtaking Lyrics

11 April 2025
Every songwriter dreams of writing lyrics that resonate, tell compelling stories, and evoke deep emotions. Yet, even the…
6 Signature Songwriting Moves from JONI MITCHELL
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Uncovering Songwriting Techniques with Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now”

19 March 2025
Joni Mitchell is a songwriting legend whose techniques continue to inspire musicians and lyricists around the world. In…
Power Positions: One Lyric Tip That Will Make Your Songs Twice as Good
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Make Your Songs Twice As Good with Power Positions

12 March 2025
Every songwriter dreams of creating lyrics that not only tell a story but also resonate emotionally with the…
Write Your First Song in 5 Simple Steps!
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How to Write a Song – 5 Simple Steps

23 February 2025
Have you ever struggled to turn your lyrical or melodic ideas into a complete song?  Whether you’re an…
Why This Beatles Song Is *almost* Impossible to Write
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Write Stunning Lyrics And Melody With This Remarkable Technique

14 January 2025
One of the hardest technical and creative challenges for songwriters is creating a natural relationship between lyrics and…
Write Better Lyrics in 10 Minutes: One Tip That Will Change Everything
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The Zoom Method: Secrets to Better Lyrics Under 10 Minutes

7 January 2025
What does the classic Joni Mitchell song, ‘The River’ (1971) have in common with neo-RnB song ‘Super Rich…
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A Songwriter’s Main Struggle and How to Fix It

22 December 2024
Every songwriter has 2 main struggles: Struggle #1: To consistently make work you are proud of. Struggle #2:…
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Fast Track to Better Lyrics with One Easy Exercise

13 August 2024
In this article, I’m going to take you through a powerful lyric writing exercise, to show you that…
John Lennon's 'EASY' Songwriting Formula
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Songwriting is “Easy” According to John Lennon

6 May 2024
In a 1983 interview with Molly Meldrum, David Bowie talked about how much he admired John Lennon’s songwriting…