Writing Lyrics
Get started with our free resources and discover how to create, develop, and finish your song lyrics.
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4 Ways to Start a Song
Never stare at a blank page again! In this video, we go through 4 of our favourite ‘go to’ methods for starting a song, on any day, regardless of how inspired we are feeling.
This One Lyric Exercise Will Change Everything
If you want to write inspiring lyrics and become a better songwriter, this exercise is guaranteed to help.
Secrets to Great Lyric Writing: The First Line
Want to grab your listener by the ear? This video explains 3 strategies for making your first line of lyric irresistible.
How to Make Your Lyrics Irresistible
Lyrics that catch fire and communicate to millions of people share common features. Here, I show you 3 things you can do to make your lyrics draw listeners in immediately, and keep them.
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These exercises don’t require inspiration. They require 10-minutes, a pen, and the desire to write better lyrics.
Just like anything in life, you can get better at writing great lyrics with practice. I hope these exercises give you something to practice with.
Go tinker. I can’t wait to see what you make.
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