Lyric Writing
Essential Tools for Lyric-Leaning Artists and Songwriters
All songs, and musical genres, are not created equal. This is to say that the same qualities and characteristics we value about one song style won’t necessarily match those of another. In the article “Essential Tools for Lyric-Leaning Artists and Songwriters” by Andrea Stolpe, the focus is on the nuanced differences and similarities across musical […]
10 Words to Avoid in Your Lyrics
A basic tenet of strong lyric writing is “show—don’t tell.” Instead of stating how the singer feels, this technique uses action, details, and senses to bring the listener into the world of the song. While every song does not need to tell a story—and every line of lyric does not need to “show”—every song benefits […]
Writing Lyrics: 5 Basics All Songwriters Should Know
Writing lyrics is a unique form of creative writing, with important differences that set it apart from writing poetry, fiction, plays, or any other type of literature. The article “Writing Lyrics: 5 Basics All Songwriters Should Know” from Lyric Workroom discusses essential principles that distinguish lyric writing from other forms of creative writing such as […]