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How I, a 13 year old songwriter, write my songs.

by Christie

Well, i first started to write songs when i was about the age of 7, they weren't that "good", being a first grader. but as i got the age i am now, i started to revise more of my songs, since i was much more intelligent. Now, as a teenager I'm going through alot and trying to deal with all the drama of still being in school, and so really, most of my songs come from experience and how I'm feeling. For example I have one song called "everyone" its about how I'm not the only one going through the this drama, and depression, about how I'm not alone, and that there other people i can talk to. Another song is called "Change the World" and its about world change and how you can do anything if you put your mind too it. And i have others, alot about love, and really, like i said, how i feel. And how i do that is, first i usually think of how i'd sing the song without lyrics, and when i get that, i think of how ive been feeling lately and my opinion, and then i put it into words that really describe how i feel. After that, thats when i think of a good hook for the song. And BOOM! its done :D Well, actually, i usually think of the chorus and bridge for a long time, and i do the verses and hook last, which is weird because they come usually first in the song. But my favorite part of the song is usually the breakdown, and i take that as it name implies it: i breakdown the song to what im really trying to get across. and then after the break down, its the chorus sang with alot more meaning and energy. How long it takes me to write a song? wow... usually since im lazy and i do alot of other things... half a week, which tells you i need to focus on song writing a little more, but it also shows that i take it seriously and i don't mind how long it'll take me write a song, i just care if it describes me and i write it. So my advice- take your time, write about how you feel and dont be afraid to express yourself. people love to hear a song that has alot of meaning, so it'll be a song they can relate to. And that why i love music and songwriting, even when i feel down, i can write a song and it makes me feel LOADS better about what made me so sad. Its a great hobby that ANYONE can excel at. And im sure you, the reader, will love it just as much as i do :D Thanks for reading :D




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How I, a 13 year old songwriter, write my songs.

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Nov 15, 2008
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by: Elizabeth -_- :)

It takes me even longer to write my songs...

Apr 07, 2009
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by: Anonymous

it doesnt take me long but my songz arent that great

Jun 10, 2009
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by: Amelia

i totally agree with you on so many things! i am a 13 year old songwriter too... whenever im sad words just form in my head and somehow i put them into lyrics. some of my songs are "before i break" about how much time i have left before i just snap from all the pressures and worries i have, another is "more than this" about how there has got to be more to life then tears and pain. i write for me, for my friends, and for fun. it takes me about 2 days at the longest to write a song. and i also write the couras first. its the part of the song you sing over and over so i want to make it the top thing on my list. i also started writing when i was 7. (about my crush, who is now my boyfriend) im in choir and sing soprano 1 9the highest voice) i love singing and songwriting! good luck! keep writing!

Jun 22, 2009
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same with me
by: Emily

same with me!!! i love to write songs on piano with vocals, it's so much fun. i'm pretty good at lyrics and i write a new song basically everyday, though i have to revise and stuff. if you don't write the piano music you should try sometime, it really opens up alot of windows and will keep you totally focused!! If you dont know how to play piano thats ok b/c neither did i and then it just came to me as i was writing.I'm 13 too and my family tells me i have a talent. but everyones family says that. anyways seems like your really into it good luck.

Aug 11, 2009
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Hey sweetie.
by: Tay Hook

Hey girl, i was just searching around for song writers. because i'm horrible at writing songs. i've been working on one forever, and i don't even have the first line, its so difficult for me, and on top of everything, it's hard for me to find the right beat. But i sing. singing is my entire life, and i'm trying so hard to get signed by some record place, it's been my dream since i was in kindergaurden. I was just wondering if you wanted to get back at me and let me know if maybe you would want to help. i'm fourteen by the way. & i'm working on my music myspace right now, no songs though, but i will have videos of me singing along to other songs soon! www.myspace.com/tayhook1
or even email me sweetie,
tay_hook@yahoo.com

:D<3

Jan 28, 2010
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sames x
by: sophie

im 13 years old and i love writing songs everyone at school says i have a talent but i dont know how to get them published or anything? i really enjoy it and i have to pick my GCSE options and i have no idea what to pick ? xxx

Apr 09, 2010
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Hi
by: Annonamous

I'm 12 And i love music i have been trying to write my own songs since i was around 8 and i love it just i dont really know how so i was looking and this really helped im still really bad at it but at least now i know how to really express myself!! Thank you so much:)

Jun 07, 2010
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your awsome!.
by: Clarisse

I'm 13 years old too.. and i want to write a song that express my life but its just so hard for me... i don't know how to start it..(sigh) but you are awsome... wish that i could do well as you..

Jul 14, 2010
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songwriting
by: nikkia

I actually am 13 too and I write songs. I've written so many songs from age 5 to where I am now. But now since I'm 13 I understand how to write my songs better. Whenever I let people read my songs they cry and say that they're really touching. I usually take my feelings and what's happened to me and I put it on paper. I'm amazed how good my songs are now that I'm older.

Jan 24, 2011
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13 year old
by: jh

im a 13 year old singer songwriter and who plays guitar!!! contact me on ianhawtin@rocketmail.com

Jan 29, 2011
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same
by: Anonymous

I'm 16 and I can write songs in around an hour and a half if I have nobody around me. It really depends, but usually I write a guitar part first and get a rhythm. Then I moan random lyrics while I figure out the pitch I'm going to sing. A lot of the time, when I'm talking random nonesense, I eventually create lyrics which I associate with the song. Its usually only a few lines, but then I write the rest of the song based around those few lines. As a recommendation to everyone, the best way to show off your creativity and songwritting skills is to play in a band and use a school talent show. Make sure before the song to propagate it and say that you wrote it, and whether or not it is played well, it will be appreciated more.

Jun 19, 2011
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songwriting
by: megz

I'm 13 nearly 14 and songeriting is my life. I've done albums and stuff and I'm learning guitar now. Songwriting is deffinitly what I want my future to be! Its amazing and I love putting my feelings onto paper. <3

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