Tips For write a Song
Write Lyrics for a Song tips
The first thing you need to do before starting to pen down your own lyrics, is to come up with a subject or topic of your choice. The topic can be absolutely anything like, love, relationships, religion, nature, heartbreaks, a particular person or even rebellious songs. If you are writing the song for an audience, it is important to choose a topic which will be liked and appreciated by them. So choose the topic carefully, as it will lay a strong foundation for the song.
You can either choose a tune or melody after selecting the topic, or think of one once you are done with writing the lyrics, whichever you are comfortable with. Some people come up with a melody right at the start as it gives them a flow while writing. The melody could be something you think of immediately after choosing the topic, or can be inspired from a song you might have already heard. If you want to settle for a melody after you are done with writing, it is fine. It can sometimes, bring out just the right melody for the song.
You now will have to sit down and pen at least five verses and one chorus. This can be simple and is also a critical part of the song along with the melody. These verses generally have the same melody as the chorus and since they begin the song, you need to have some idea in mind, about the topic you have chosen. If you are not satisfied, these verses can always be changed later on.
The eight verses which form the middle part of the song are considered to be a little tough to write. These verses generally have a different tune or melody than the rest of the song. Also these verses are the ones which form the core of your song and you should convey your feelings through them. This may take some time, so be patient. Keeping the verses short is also an option, which many people prefer.
The toughest part comes now, with the final two verses. These are considered to be the toughest to pen down as you have run out of all ideas and inspiration till then. In such a case, simply jot down a few options which come to your mind and get back to picking the best one from them, after a small break from writing.