Songwriting Advice
How to Write Kayōkyoku Songs
You want a song that sounds like Tokyo at dusk. You want a melody that feels both nostalgic and intimate. You want lyrics that fold pol...
How to Write R&B And Soul Fusion Genres Lyrics
You want lyrics that sit in the pocket, hit the gut, and sound like velvet with teeth. You want words that bend to melody without losin...
Radiohead - Fake Plastic Trees Song Lyric Breakdown For Songwriters
If you have ever listened to Fake Plastic Trees and felt that weird mix of beauty and guilt you are not alone. This song is a tiny emot...
How to Write Kawaii Metal Songs
You want the crowd to pogo and then squeal cute lines in the pit. You want guitars that crush skulls and vocal melodies that could soun...
Downtempo Songwriting Advice
Downtempo music, also known as chillout or trip-hop, is a genre characterized by its slow tempo, calming atmosphere, and often introspe...
Song Inspiration
You want songs that feel inevitable when they arrive. You want lyrics that sound like they came from your diary and hooks that make peo...
How to Write a Song About Social Causes
You want your music to matter and not just trend for a day. You want lyrics that land like a call to arms without sounding preachy. You...
How to Write Songs About Optimism
You want a song that makes people stand up a little straighter and maybe text their ex that they are fine but also glowing. You want op...
Bedroom Pop Songwriting Advice
You want songs that feel like a late night message from a friend who knows too much about your feelings. You want intimacy, texture, an...
How to Write Nueva Canción Songs
You want songs that feel like they could start a march or make abuela cry in a good way. You want words that speak truth to power and m...