Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Lyrics About Survival
You want a song that does more than sound tough. You want lines that make listeners feel seen, give them breath, and hand them a word t...
How to Write Cringe Pop Songs
Welcome to the dark art of intentional awkwardness. You want a song that makes people laugh out loud, scrunch their face, and then some...
Vinnie Fiorello, President / CEO at Paper and Plastick Contact Details
Vinnie Fiorello is a renowned music industry professional, currently serving as the President and CEO of Paper and Plastick, a record l...
Progressive Metal Songwriting Advice
Progressive metal is the music for people who like riffs, math, and emotional drama all in one package. You want songs that impress mus...
How to Write Songs About Nightmares
You want a song that feels like a punch in the throat and a flashlight in a dark room. You want tension that does not collapse into mel...
How to Write Classic Country Lyrics
You want a lyric that smells like old coffee and late nights on back porches. You want a chorus that people belt when they have two bee...
How to Write Shoegaze Lyrics
Shoegaze lyrics are not about telling a plot like a bad romcom. They are about creating a mood you can feel behind the amps. They are a...
How to Write Straight-Ahead Jazz Songs
You want a jazz tune that sounds like it belongs in a smoky club and on a Spotify playlist without sounding like a museum piece. You wa...
How to Write Mod (Subculture) Lyrics
You want lyrics that smell of motor oil and espresso. You want lines that sound like a scooter idling outside a club and like a tailore...
How to Write Lyrics About Body Positivity
You want to write a song that makes people feel seen. You want a chorus that hits like a mirror being handed back. You want verses that...