Writing lyrics tips: Lyric writing tips and ideas (submitted).

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Writing lyrics - tips and ideas.

Elina from Aurora, USA writes:
Write down exactly what u feel, nothing less, and then later go back and arrange the words so they fit into music. Songs dont have to rhyme either, just as long as it sounds good and makes people want to sing.

Cai from Ill, USA writes:
Sit in your room quitely.. think for a few minutes- totally about nothing. Now that you're relaxed, you may start. Think about what has happened to you in the last week n write your lyrics 1st. Backtrack one week after each song, until you've completely covered your life! AFTER you've written your lyrics, hum to yourself silly little tunes that pop into your mind for about one week. Trust me- this helps! Then write tunes.. try adding different sets of words n if they dont fit right with your song, try again.
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A.J. from Atlanta, USA writes:
Sometimes when I'm going through a stretch where I can't put pen to paper on personal experiences I'll put my digital voice recorder by my bed. Then when I wake up with a dream fresh in my head I'll (drowsily) grab it and record what I remember and write based on that. As you know some pretty trippy stuff comes out of your mind in your sleep and it can add a surreal and interesting twist to your songs. Like most songwriters I've dreamt of original songs that are outstanding, but blocked by conscience thought and I try to remember and record what I can of those too. It's amazing how many great hooks you write subconsiously when your brain isn't tied up with so many other things.

Tristan from Palo Alto, USA writes:
Rhyme a word with itself. It may seem stupid, but it's pretty effective. Try and find a metaphor and rhyme it within itself. That also helps you come up with stuff to say.

Writing lyrics - tips and ideas.

Riley from Augusta, USA writes: When I want to get some good lyrics I go out in the woods or mountains or beach... somewhere very natural. By doing this, my thoughts tend to be more natural and in tune with the flow of energy. Things come to me easier when I escape from the artificial world.

Koenraad from Beaver Dam, WI, USA writes: When you have a melody or even a complete song without lyrics, write more than one set of lyrics for it, about similar and completely different subjects. Let it rest for a few days, weeks, months, sometimes even years. Go back to the lyrics you wrote and generally you will be able to puzzle one great set of lyrics out of all the ones you wrote before.

Writing lyrics - tips and ideas.

Adam from Leicester, United Kingdom writes:
My best songs are often written when i don't try too hard. Its difficult to get a blank piece of paper, a pen and your guitar and think to yourself im gonna write a good song, because it will never happen like that. It's best to start with a good riff/rhythm and just play about with it, and if you cant think of anything else write down what you have and then leave it for that day. Then come back to it and try again and keep going till eventually you come up with your song and because you've spent so much time on it it may turn out to be a really good song.

It's also best to choose a topic that you know about, otherwise it can spoil the song if you write about something you dont understand and it will show! It's about being in the right frame of mind at the right time.

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Brad from Blackpool, United Kingdom writes: I like 2 go outside in the night with some candles or something and just play my guitar. I find that if you're tryin 2 write something and you can't, just let it come naturally. Music is already there, it's just being open and having the knowledge to hear it.

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Caroline from Jamestown, USA writes: If you think of an awesome line for a song, WRITE IT DOWN. More often than not you will forget what it was within minutes if you don't, and that's a perfect piece of musical opportunity gone! Whole songs are based around one line. If you get a good one, run with it!

Jeff from Grand Forks, USA writes: It is also very important to consider WHERE it is you are actually writing your song. You may want to be sitting somewhere peaceful to write a peaceful song, or someplace like your car/room when you want to write something about yourself, or your own feelings. Setting, and mind-setting are both very important.

Lyric Writing Ideas and tips

Jimmy from Hainesport, USA writes: It would help to look at lyrics and music by some of your favorite songwriters, including for me Kurt Cobain and John Lennon. Take a minute to study how they go about writing their lyrics and where they get the information.

Ross from Pittsburgh, USA writes: Do not just write about one topic. I am 16 years old, an aspiring musician trying to land a record deal. Writing about one topic will bore people to death. Vary your topics and people will take great interest in your music.

Patty from Guadalajara, Mexico writes: Just open your heart and let the feelings flow, there are no rules, the words do not even have to rhyme. The important thing is to allow people to identify with your song, they dont need complex words... they need to drop some tears and sing along with your music.

Lyric Writing Ideas and tips

Jeff from D.L, United States writes: Write a great visual with how, when, where, why, how much, how long, how often. Also include all your senses from touch, smell, taste, hear. See, it works for me. Be detailed and don't be reserved.

Michael from Charlottetown, Canada writes: Just remember the more you write lyrics, the better the lyrics are going to get.