help writing lyrics

shadow_zone · Number of posts: 482 Age: 23 Registration date: 2008-12-03

I really want to write some of my own lyrics, Im good at singing other peoples songs but dont know where to start when writing my own, can anyone give me advice on song writing??

Like song structure, how to get inspiration for themes etc??

lifemetal777 · Number of posts: 599 Age: 20 Registration date: 2007-12-31

This is a TOUGH subject to give advice on. I am certainly not qualified and I have written all my bands lyrics.

What I will tell you is to draw as much as you can from personal experience, that way they sound genuine.

If you simply want to write poetic sounding songs where the words are almost as musical as the melody, then pick up a good thesaurus. It will become your best friend.

BackFromTheDawn · Number of posts: 4574 Age: 23 Registration date: 2007-05-19

A few pieces of advice I can give. Take a look at the sort of songs whose lyrics you really like and try and get a feel for how they break down in the rhythm of the song. It should help keep you mindful of fitting the meter. Read poems and other songs for different fuel on how to structure a line. Of course all this is technical advice (it comes from being an english major lol).

At the end of the day, it's gonna come down to being honest in what you're writing about. Figure out what topics hit close to home for you and write what comes out. Don't be afraid to change them. Like lifemetal said, a thesaurus is your best friend, because it'll help you match the lines up to the song.

Look for inspiration and write what relates to you the best.

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shadow_zone · Number of posts: 482 Age: 23 Registration date: 2008-12-03

Thanks allot for that guys..

I think Ive just gotta get some practice at it.. Maybe learn a few chords on guitar aswell..

bikergirl · Subject: Re: help writing lyrics Fri Jan 30, 2009 2:29 am

Start "collecting" phrases, you know a turn of words that catches you ear. They can become inspiration or actual lines. Think about how many different ways you can explain the same concept. Eventually, some of them will start fitting together in a poetic/musical way. At least that works for some of my writings. Keep at it!!

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hermosotrozo · Number of posts: 12 Registration date: 2008-12-28

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I really want to write some of my own Lyrics, Im good at singing other peoples songs but dont know where to start when writing my own, can anyone give me advice on song writing??

Like song structure, how to get inspiration for themes etc??

well, that is kinda real hard to tell you to take inspiration from where....
if you nedd inspiration with lyrics, can definitely help you out!

**Tall Tyrion** · Subject: Re: help writing lyrics Wed Mar 11, 2009 2:50 pm

Some good advice here.

Are you writing as a part of a band, or just on your own?

Something you might try is to take some of the musical ideas of your
bandmates and try coming up with the vocal melody first, then try to
tailor your lyrics to that structure. It can save time spent rewriting
because your lines are too long (or too short).

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