Writing your first song

Not knowing where to start when writing your own songs can be frustrating. The one thing to remember is that there are virtually no rules. A lot of famous artists would not have made it to where they are without coming up with their own unique style and way of writing songs, and many stick with the same format and structure throughout their whole career! So, finding a process that suits you as a musician is a good place to start.

So, where DO you start? It might sound obvious but like most things, start with what you know. Here are some tips to help you utilise your respective instrument when writing your first song.

GUITARISTS

DRUMMERS

BASSISTS

PIANISTS

SINGERS

I believe that having a strong understanding of music theory can dramatically speed up the songwriting process. Everyone thinks differently but the best music in my opinion has light and shade. Experiment with highs and lows, loud and soft, simple and complicated, and my top tip… pure silence in a song can have the biggest impact of all.

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