Music is powerful, and humans are hard-wired for song. Part of how we connect with music is through the song structure. We recognize and remember music that has familiar patterns — including rhythms and rhymes and a definable beginning, middle, and end. And as songwriters, if we’re doing our jobs right, our songs will be […]
Jordan Reynolds
How Much Do Songwriters Make?
So you’ve decided you love songwriting. Maybe you’re wondering how much do songwriters make, and if you can really make a living doing it. After all, it’s a tough business. And it’s not all that clear how the top songwriters became successful. Do they have something you don’t? Can you make your own success with […]
How to Set Up a Home Recording Studio: A Guide for Songwriters
Are you thinking about setting up your own home recording studio? After all, it doesn’t cost much to write a song. The creative process is nearly free. All you need is a bit of inspiration, some time, an instrument, and a notebook or phone to record your ideas. But if you’re serious about making money […]
A Beginner’s Guide to Chord Progressions
It’s not hard to notice a wrong note or clunky chord when you play one (even if you’re a beginner). What you might not know yet is why certain things sound bad. Your challenge as a songwriter is making a song sound great without being boring or formulaic. With every song, ask yourself: How do […]
112 Songwriting Prompts for When You’re Out of Ideas
Whether you’ve got “writer’s block” or you’re just having a hard time feeling inspired, sometimes all you need is a few songwriting prompts to push in the right direction. Coming up with a great concept is crucial to writing a great song. Sometimes prompts can be extremely helpful in coming up with good songwriting ideas. […]
How to Write a Song: A Beginner’s Guide to Songwriting
If you’re new to songwriting, it can be tough to know where to start when considering how to write a song. You might jot down or record some ideas but then leave them unfinished, sitting in a notebook or app, where they stay for weeks or months simply because you’re not sure what to do […]