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B.C. from Wisconsin, United States writes: Keep an open mind. Don't let others influence the point that you are trying to get across. Use your own personal feelings. Don't let anyone else have a say in what you are writing about. Don't do anything to impair yourself (that is the big mistake I made). Keep an open mind!

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Raven from Bronx, NY, United States writes: Don't always focus on just rhyming. Just write whatever comes to mind however it comes to mind.

Ben from Cook, Colorado Springs, United States writes: I don't think people should make their lyrics too deep, if you make them simple then more people will relate and be touched by your song. A great example is a song by Boxcar Racer called "I feel so", which plainly states his feelings which are, " I feel so mad, I feel so Angry, I feel so Callous, so lost, confused again...". But that's just my opinion.

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Jim from Riverside, United States writes: I usually carry with me a few sheets of paper and a pen, and I write down ideas on that. When I need to write music or something, I go and lock myself up in the studio room, with the drums, bass, guitars, recorders and everything else I need(I of course make sure I have gone to the bathroom and I bring some food and water). Then I stay in there for 7 hours straight just writing! Well thanks for your tips. They really helped.

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Gail Taylor from Liverpool, United Kingdom writes: I've been writing lyrics for years now, though I haven't managed to collaborate with the right musician yet, or for that matter ever discovered what to do with all my lyrics. But what I would say to any lyricist out there is to keep writing and believing in what you do. They say music makes the world go round, but I reckon its something to do with the way space works. Know what I mean?

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Andrea Melvin from Liverpool, United Kingdom writes: I usually write songs about my feelings ... when something happens with a boyfriend or a relative , I write what I'm feeling at the present moment ... what has happened, and why ... It is an easy way to take your anger out and spill your feelings, when you have no one 2 listen to you.

Clint from Tell City, United States writes: This is a good one! think of some thing that happened to maybe your best friend, your dad or anyone that could be close to you. Rock songs would have a lot to do with (maybe) fights. Hard times would be wonderful for rock songs. How about car wrecks. Just brain storm or think of just anything bad... or could be good. BRAIN STORM!

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Jessi from Comox, Canada writes: I think that the greatest songs come from when you're so tired, at like 2 in the morning, when you can't think at all, because when you can't think, things flow, and that's where your greatest inspiration comes from. Not your friend, not your experiences, but from your heart. Stay in tune to others songs too, like the latest rhythms. Never copy!!! But just check how they do it, and always remember to have your own style, your style is raw, and rawness is what everyone wants to hear. Good luck. If any one has tips for me, email me. Later.

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Chris from Somerset, United States writes: Hey, I'm a fifteen year old singer/lyric writer and our band, Junction P, has numerous original songs. I get my inspiration for writing by listening to Pearl Jam, Creed, and Led Zeppelin. Listening to them and their genius lyric writing helps me go into a state of mind where I can write my own lyrics. Listen to these bands, and if you are not big fans of them pop in some of your other favorite music to get inspiration.

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Peter from Arroyo Grande, United States writes: I just grab a composition notebook, lie down on my floor in the dark with just a pen and a flashlight to see. I pray and then begin to write. Sometimes just hearing someone else's song, so that way you get a notion of music as well. Like a beat or something. All in all songwriting is about feelings and you can't forge a song without it. So just clear your head or write to clear your head. The point of a song is to help you feel better or express how you feel. Just use that to your advantage and don't fight it.

Sean from Livingston, Bronx, United States writes: The best way to come up with great lyrics is to be very watchful of your surroundings and write down what you see happening. There is always something going on in your life or someone else's life that you can write about and eventually make it into a song.

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