{"id":43271,"date":"2025-01-28T17:24:42","date_gmt":"2025-01-28T17:24:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/?p=43271"},"modified":"2025-01-28T17:24:50","modified_gmt":"2025-01-28T17:24:50","slug":"how-to-write-a-song","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Write a Song &#8211; Our Top Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#How_to_write_a_song_the_basics\" >How to write a song: the basics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#Song_structure\" >Song structure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#How_to_write_a_song_our_top_tips\" >How to write a song: our top tips<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#1_Capture_all_of_your_ideas\" >1. Capture all of your ideas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#2_Let_your_inspiration_guide_you\" >2. Let your inspiration guide you<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#3_Build_a_solid_structure\" >3. Build a solid structure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#4_Be_patient_with_yourself\" >4. Be patient with yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#5_Let_the_hook_guide_you\" >5. Let the hook guide you<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#6_Build_upon_each_section\" >6. Build upon each section<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#7_Lyrics_are_the_way_people_connect_to_music\" >7. Lyrics are the way people connect to music<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#8_Collaborate_and_get_feedback\" >8. Collaborate and get feedback<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#9_Dont_overthink\" >9. Don\u2019t overthink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#Whos_your_inspiration\" >Who\u2019s your inspiration?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#How_do_I_begin_to_write_a_song\" >How do I begin to write a song?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#What_is_the_8020_rule_in_songwriting\" >What is the 80\/20 rule in songwriting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#How_do_I_write_a_song_when_I_have_no_ideas\" >How do I write a song when I have no ideas?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-song\/#Final_thoughts\" >Final thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Knowing <strong>how to write a song <\/strong>can be an incredible way to expand your musical knowledge. Perhaps you\u2019re fairly new to your instrument and want to make your own music, or maybe you&#8217;re an experienced musician who\u2019s looking to take that big next step in your journey. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Coming up with your own material can help you connect with your instrument of choice, learn new ones, and develop your techniques into a complete skillset. To help you get the most out of your instrument and songwriting journey, we&#8217;ve put together nine top tips.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;How to write a song: the basics&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;#f08000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_write_a_song_the_basics\"><\/span>How to write a song: the basics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are a number of different ways and approaches to getting started, and different people will gel with different processes. We\u2019ll try to explain more about these and give you some key tips from popular songwriters\u2019 toolkits a little later, but as a general guide, here\u2019s our quick six-step process.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Come up with an idea or pick a point of inspiration<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Find a chord progression<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Develop a catchy chorus melody<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Build a song structure<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Write lyrics<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bring it together<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Song structure&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;#f08000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Song_structure\"><\/span>Song structure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">So, where do you start with song structure? In reality, the answer is wherever you want, but try to keep overall structure in mind as you build your ideas. The idea of four-bar loops is pretty ubiquitous regardless of genre and is a great way to start sketching out your ideas to then build them into full-length songs, but your idea may be longer \u2013 this is fine too, go where your inspiration takes you!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It doesn\u2019t matter if you start with a rhythmic, melodic, or harmonic idea. It can be a chord progression, a bassline, a melody, or drum pattern &#8211; if you have an idea, try to get it down. Focus on whatever you\u2019ve got and add the next element on top of it: bass, melody, rhythm, or harmony, and keep doing this. Once you have at least 16 bars, you have enough length for either a verse or a chorus, depending on what the part is like.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How do you tell where to use what you\u2019ve written? If your section is big, bombastic, and catchy, it\u2019s probably well-suited to being the chorus. If it\u2019s more subtle and changes a lot, or is generally lowkey, it\u2019s probably better as a verse. Choruses tend to have a lot of big hooks and melodies, whereas verses have repetitive but consistent movement. Verses will usually also have less complex instrumentation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s typical to structure a song as Verse 1, Chorus, Verse 2, Chorus, Bridge, Chorus. Some songs will avoid a bridge or add a building pre-chorus section in between the verse and chorus to closely link them and add some momentum. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Play around with these systems and find what works for your style of songwriting. You might want to use half-choruses or pre-chorus sections for extra variation. These can add momentum and tension to a song. A song\u2019s intro might help build things up into a verse as well.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Another common format is the AABA structure. This consists of essentially three verses, or A-sections, and a bridge, or B-section. This is better for more stripped-down songs, like instrumental jazz, soft rock, and ballads, keeping things a little more stable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some songs may forgo extra parts like bridges and just bounce between verses and chorus too. This can be better if you have a busy or fairly catchy verse and are struggling to make things any bigger than the chorus you\u2019ve written.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-43297\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Guitar-and-digital-piano.jpg\" alt=\"Guitar and digital piano\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Guitar-and-digital-piano.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Guitar-and-digital-piano-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Guitar-and-digital-piano-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Guitar-and-digital-piano-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Guitar-and-digital-piano-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Guitar-and-digital-piano-1280x640.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Guitar-and-digital-piano-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Guitar-and-digital-piano-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;How to write a song: our top tips&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;#f08000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_write_a_song_our_top_tips\"><\/span>How to write a song: our top tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Capture_all_of_your_ideas\"><\/span>1. Capture all of your ideas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Record, write, hum, notate. Whatever you do, however do it, be sure to capture every idea that comes your way. You never know what you\u2019ll be able to develop and when. Maybe you try to build something out of a hook, riff, or melody, and struggle to build a song out of it. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Make sure you have a microphone, notebook, or portable recorder to log your ideas. Put a voice note on your phone, scribble something down when you hear it. No matter what works for you, make sure you have a way of capturing your ideas that you can come back to. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s always worth keeping past ideas in your back pocket, even if they don\u2019t work out. You might come back to it and find it\u2019s the missing piece to something else you\u2019re making.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Let_your_inspiration_guide_you\"><\/span>2. Let your inspiration guide you<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As many of the best songwriters will attest, songwriting is usually driven by some kind of spark. You might have a story you wish to tell with a song, you might want to explore a thought or feeling, capture a moment in time, draw inspiration from another song, a book, or a movie, or just some melody that popped into your head one day.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It can be almost anything that gives you the urge to create and the idea you want to build into something. No matter what it is, try to let that central idea lead your songwriting. This will make sure that your song is an authentic expression of whatever it is you want to say. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As many of the great songwriters will tell you, you can\u2019t force inspiration, and there\u2019s not often a set method of getting it. So you have to wait for it to hit, and strike when inspiration does arrive.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42567\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Featured-image-How-to-read-guitar-tabs.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Featured-image-How-to-read-guitar-tabs.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Featured-image-How-to-read-guitar-tabs-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Featured-image-How-to-read-guitar-tabs-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Featured-image-How-to-read-guitar-tabs-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Featured-image-How-to-read-guitar-tabs-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Featured-image-How-to-read-guitar-tabs-1280x640.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Featured-image-How-to-read-guitar-tabs-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Featured-image-How-to-read-guitar-tabs-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Build_a_solid_structure\"><\/span>3. Build a solid structure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019ve discussed structure already, but the form of the song can really help guide your concept into reality. Deciding things like the tempo of your song, the key, and the order of the sections that you\u2019ll assemble can help your vague ideas become more solidified. It can take experimentation but just try things out until you find what feels right.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Think about the environment and context you want your song to be heard in and write accordingly. A song designed to be blasted over the nightclub\u2019s PA system won\u2019t be written the same way as a song you want somebody to listen to intently in headphones, hit the gym to, or dance romantically with their partner to. Structure your song to fit the way you want people to listen to it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Be_patient_with_yourself\"><\/span>4. Be patient with yourself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sometimes songwriting can come quickly, but don\u2019t let that set an expectation! Writer\u2019s block comes for us all sooner or later. You might try all sorts of variations and not find anything that works, you might feel completely hard up for any ideas whatsoever. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When you hit the wall, try to distance yourself and regain some perspective. Not thinking about it for at least a little while and coming back to it later with fresh eyes and ears will open things up. Try to spend time with friends or family, indulge in your hobbies, or take a long walk. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It might take a few hours of a break to be able to crack things open, or it might take days, weeks, or even months and years. If you\u2019re struggling with a song, sometimes it\u2019s better to put it down and work on a different song or idea in the meantime. You might even stumble into the solution to your original song\u2019s problem as you go!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42895\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/G4M-Sonori-Digital-Grand-Piano.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/G4M-Sonori-Digital-Grand-Piano.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/G4M-Sonori-Digital-Grand-Piano-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/G4M-Sonori-Digital-Grand-Piano-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/G4M-Sonori-Digital-Grand-Piano-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/G4M-Sonori-Digital-Grand-Piano-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/G4M-Sonori-Digital-Grand-Piano-1280x640.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/G4M-Sonori-Digital-Grand-Piano-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/G4M-Sonori-Digital-Grand-Piano-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Let_the_hook_guide_you\"><\/span>5. Let the hook guide you<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Every song has a hook, and no matter what instrument you play, you can make one happen. It might be a catchy guitar riff, it could be a melodic guitar line instead, it might be a good synth lead, it could be a bassline that propels the whole song, or it could be a vocal melody. Sometimes the hook will be something smaller and repeatable, or sometimes it\u2019ll be an undeniable chorus that\u2019ll make listeners want to sing along.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use the hook to grab attention and build the song from this. And if you want to really open up your songwriting, try to think of hooks on different instruments for various parts of the song.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Build_upon_each_section\"><\/span>6. Build upon each section<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Verses are typically a smaller part of a song, but you still want some form of hook in a verse. Verses should still be more sparsely arranged than the choruses, but they need propulsion to make your listeners want to get to the chorus.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The chorus should be the most densely arranged part of your song, with the most going on in it, but it can be beneficial to add elements to each verse that follows. A new melody or instrument can go a long way to enhancing the progression of verses while not feeling like you\u2019re going back to a smaller version of the song.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26498\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Akai-MPC-One-Plus-used-with-FL-Studio-DAW.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Akai-MPC-One-Plus-used-with-FL-Studio-DAW.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Akai-MPC-One-Plus-used-with-FL-Studio-DAW-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Akai-MPC-One-Plus-used-with-FL-Studio-DAW-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Akai-MPC-One-Plus-used-with-FL-Studio-DAW-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Akai-MPC-One-Plus-used-with-FL-Studio-DAW-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Akai-MPC-One-Plus-used-with-FL-Studio-DAW-1280x640.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Akai-MPC-One-Plus-used-with-FL-Studio-DAW-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Akai-MPC-One-Plus-used-with-FL-Studio-DAW-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Lyrics_are_the_way_people_connect_to_music\"><\/span>7. Lyrics are the way people connect to music<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unless you\u2019re focused on writing instrumental music, lyrics are the central way that listeners will relate to a song. People will always try to listen out for something familiar, and what\u2019s more familiar and easier to connect to than a human voice? The way that you write lyrics is essential to building that connection.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Draw from that central font of inspiration \u2013 whatever that may have been \u2013 and try to reflect those ideas as best you can. Use the verse to introduce and set up ideas, and then use the chorus to emphasise them with the big central concept of your song. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Try to evolve the story of the song using the verses to ensure there\u2019s momentum over the course of the whole song. Think about ways to take listeners on a journey through those verses and don\u2019t keep them in the same place.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lyric writing is a lot like poetry as the rhythm and cadence are very important to the flow of a song. Rhyming is also a useful tool, but not every line has to rhyme. Listen closely to some of your favourite songs \u2013 how many of them rhyme every single line? <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finding ways of switching things up through alternating rhymes, clusters of different rhyming pairs, or even setting up a rhyming line before swerving to insert a word that doesn\u2019t rhyme at all can bring some emphasis. Imagery and metaphor are also very strong ways of getting your ideas across, try to play with this and use it to fit the mood.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Collaborate_and_get_feedback\"><\/span>8. Collaborate and get feedback<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You don\u2019t have to be a lone wolf to write music. In fact, doing so is usually antithetical to the whole process. Work with other musicians you know if you can, form a band if that\u2019s something that appeals to you and the way you want to write, show what you\u2019ve made to people you trust and get feedback from them &#8211; these are all ways to make the process more collaborative and exciting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When getting feedback from peers, ask more than whether it&#8217;s just good or bad. Ask specific questions such as how they feel about the verse: is it catchy enough? Does it conjure emotion? Questions like these will highlight any weaknesses in the song and where you can make it better. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you do get constructive criticism, try to take this in stride \u2013 it can sting sometimes, but it will ultimately be useful and help you grow as a songwriter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sometimes it\u2019s good to work with producers if you\u2019re looking to release your music professionally. Reaching out to local studios can really help you get that extra polish if you\u2019re struggling. Producers aren\u2019t just there to press a few buttons and record the song, they\u2019re also there to help you write songs and will give you notes or suggest things to add, remove, or change as you go. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re not in touch with many other musicians or want to work on a solo project, connecting with a producer is a good way to help bring your vision to life.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32525\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/12\/Two-guitarists-and-a-drummer.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/12\/Two-guitarists-and-a-drummer.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/12\/Two-guitarists-and-a-drummer-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/12\/Two-guitarists-and-a-drummer-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/12\/Two-guitarists-and-a-drummer-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/12\/Two-guitarists-and-a-drummer-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/12\/Two-guitarists-and-a-drummer-1280x640.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/12\/Two-guitarists-and-a-drummer-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/12\/Two-guitarists-and-a-drummer-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Dont_overthink\"><\/span>9. Don\u2019t overthink<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Songwriting is deeply personal, and so it can be difficult and take a long time. If your song isn\u2019t coming together, or you\u2019ve finished it and wound up feeling a little disappointed in the result, don\u2019t let this knock you down. Let the mistakes you\u2019ve made inform the next one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You might even come back to this song one day and see it with more positivity or have the skills to go back and fix it. But sometimes the best thing to do is let go and move on to the next one.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You\u2019re a developing artist, and you will eventually create songs that you\u2019re happy with down. Learn from your experiences &#8211; both good and bad &#8211; along the way and take those into the next song. If nothing else you\u2019ll have learned a lot more about how you operate as a songwriter, and that\u2019s incredibly valuable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Every single musician you look up to will have gone through this in their careers, and most have a massive backlog of songs that were never released. A lot of the discographies you see are the best of the best of an artist\u2019s output, so try not to compare yourself too much. Be brave, trust yourself and your vision, and keep working at it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It might take writing a lot more songs before you feel like you have enough material that you\u2019re happy enough with to release into the world \u2013 if you really want to do this, don\u2019t worry and keep going.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Who\u2019s your inspiration?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;#f08000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whos_your_inspiration\"><\/span>Who\u2019s your inspiration?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We all have inspirations for songwriting, and they\u2019re all deeply personal choices. Think about yours and why they inspire you. What is it about them? Is it their lyricism, their virtuosic guitar playing, the emotive power of their vocals? What lessons can you learn from their approach? <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With this in mind,\u00a0 you can find plenty of inspiration from considering what the artists you love do well, and why it works for you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;FAQs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;#f08000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_begin_to_write_a_song\"><\/span>How do I begin to write a song?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To begin writing a song, start by focusing on a strong emotion or a simple idea as your foundation. Choose a melody, chord progression, or lyric to build upon. Experiment with structure and let your creativity flow while refining your ideas into verses, choruses, and bridges.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_8020_rule_in_songwriting\"><\/span>What is the 80\/20 rule in songwriting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The 80\/20 rule in songwriting refers to focusing 80% of your effort on the most impactful 20% of elements, such as the hook or chorus. Prioritise the parts of the song that will resonate most with listeners and drive its emotional or commercial success.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_write_a_song_when_I_have_no_ideas\"><\/span>How do I write a song when I have no ideas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To write a song with no ideas, draw inspiration from personal experiences, random words, or external prompts like books or movies. Experiment with freewriting or playing random melodies. Sometimes starting with rhythm or chords can spark creativity and lead to new concepts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Final thoughts&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;#f08000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_thoughts\"><\/span>Final thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Songwriting is challenging, but extremely rewarding work, and if you\u2019re learning\u00a0<strong>how to write a song<\/strong> and asking yourself whether you should start, I\u2019d strongly encourage you to take the leap. Trust your instincts and keep at it. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There will be frustrations: things not coming together, lack of inspiration, parts you\u2019ve written not working the way you hoped and needing to be scrapped. But if you stick with it, I can guarantee it\u2019ll be worthwhile &#8211; even if it won\u2019t necessarily make you rich and famous!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Follow our tips if you need a hand, and remember to not overthink and take breaks when you need them. Be patient and enjoy the process &#8211; there\u2019s an awful lot to love about it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>For more guides to take you from studio to stage, check out the links below.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-acoustic-guitar-songs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The 29 Best Acoustic Guitar Songs of All Time<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/mixing-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Our Favourite Mixing Tips and Tricks<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/band-equipment-checklist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A Comprehensive Band Equipment Checklist &#8211; Including Bags and Cases<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_button url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP AT GEAR4MUSIC&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;NEW CTA Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px||30px|false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_button url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;READ MORE GUIDES&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;NEW CTA Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px||30px|false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/guides\/&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Knowing how to write a song can be an incredible way to expand your musical knowledge. It can help you connect with your instrument of choice, learn new ones, and develop your techniques into a complete skillset. To help you get the most out of your instrument and songwriting journey, we&#8217;ve put together nine top tips.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":38596,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perhaps you\u2019re fairly new to your instrument and know that you want to make your own music, or you may be an experienced musician who\u2019s looking to take that big next step in your journey. How do you get there? <\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Well, knowing <strong>how to write a song <\/strong>can be an incredible way to expand your musical knowledge. It can help you connect with your instrument of choice, learn new ones, and develop your techniques into a complete skillset. To help you get the most out of your instrument and songwriting journey, we've put together nine top tips.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3>How to write a song: the basics<\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are a number of different ways and approaches to getting started, and different people will gel with different processes. We\u2019ll try to explain more about these and give you some key tips from popular songwriters\u2019 toolkits a little later, but as a general guide, here\u2019s our quick six-step process.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ol><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Come up with an idea or pick a point of inspiration<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Find a chord progression<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Develop a catchy chorus melody<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Build a song structure<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Write lyrics<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bring it together<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ol><hr \/><h3>Song structure<\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">So, where do you start with song structure? In reality, the answer is wherever you want, but try to keep overall structure in mind as you build your ideas. The idea of four-bar loops is pretty ubiquitous regardless of genre and is a great way to start sketching out your ideas to then build them into full-length songs, but your idea may be longer \u2013 this is fine too, go where your inspiration takes you!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It doesn\u2019t matter if you start with a rhythmic, melodic, or harmonic idea. It can be a chord progression, a bassline, a melody, or drum pattern - if you have an idea, try to get it down. Focus on whatever you\u2019ve got and add the next element on top of it: bass, melody, rhythm, or harmony, and keep doing this. Once you have at least 16 bars, you have enough length for either a verse or a chorus, depending on what the part is like.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How do you tell where to use what you\u2019ve written? If your section is big, bombastic, and catchy, it\u2019s probably well-suited to being the chorus. If it\u2019s more subtle and changes a lot, or is generally lowkey, it\u2019s probably better as a verse. Choruses tend to have a lot of big hooks and melodies, whereas verses have repetitive but consistent movement. Verses will usually also have less complex instrumentation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s typical to structure a song as Verse 1, Chorus, Verse 2, Chorus, Bridge, Chorus. Some songs will avoid a bridge or add a building pre-chorus section in between the verse and chorus to closely link them and add some momentum. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Play around with these systems and find what works for your style of songwriting. You might want to use half-choruses or pre-chorus sections for extra variation. These can add momentum and tension to a song. A song\u2019s intro might help build things up into a verse as well.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Another common format is the AABA structure. This consists of essentially three verses, or A-sections, and a bridge, or B-section. This is better for more stripped-down songs, like instrumental jazz, soft rock, and ballads, keeping things a little more stable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some songs may forgo extra parts like bridges and just bounce between verses and chorus too. This can be better if you have a busy or fairly catchy verse and are struggling to make things any bigger than the chorus you\u2019ve written.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-43297\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Guitar-and-digital-piano.jpg\" alt=\"Guitar and digital piano\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h3>How to write a song: our top tips<\/h3><h4>1. Capture all of your ideas<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Record, write, hum, notate. Whatever you do, however do it, be sure to capture every idea that comes your way. You never know what you\u2019ll be able to develop and when. Maybe you try to build something out of a hook, riff, or melody, and struggle to build a song out of it. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Make sure you have a microphone, notebook, or portable recorder to log your ideas. Put a voice note on your phone, scribble something down when you hear it. No matter what works for you, make sure you have a way of capturing your ideas that you can come back to. <\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s always worth keeping past ideas in your back pocket, even if they don\u2019t work out. You might come back to it and find it\u2019s the missing piece to something else you\u2019re making.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4>2. Let your inspiration guide you<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As many of the best songwriters will attest, songwriting is usually driven by some kind of spark. You might have a story you wish to tell with a song, you might want to explore a thought or feeling, capture a moment in time, draw inspiration from another song, a book, or a movie, or just some melody that popped into your head one day.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It can be almost anything that gives you the urge to create and the idea you want to build into something. No matter what it is, try to let that central idea lead your songwriting. This will make sure that your song is an authentic expression of whatever it is you want to say. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As many of the great songwriters will tell you, you can\u2019t force inspiration, and there\u2019s not often a set method of getting it. So you have to wait for it to hit, and strike when inspiration does arrive.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42567\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Featured-image-How-to-read-guitar-tabs.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4>3. Build a solid structure<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019ve discussed structure already, but the form of the song can really help guide your concept into reality. Deciding things like the tempo of your song, the key, and the order of the sections that you\u2019ll assemble can help your vague ideas become more solidified. It can take experimentation but just try things out until you find what feels right.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Think about the environment and context you want your song to be heard in and write accordingly. A song designed to be blasted over the nightclub\u2019s PA system won\u2019t be written the same way as a song you want somebody to listen to intently in headphones, hit the gym to, or dance romantically with their partner to. Structure your song to fit the way you want people to listen to it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4>4. Be patient with yourself<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sometimes songwriting can come quickly, but don\u2019t let that set an expectation! Writer\u2019s block comes for us all sooner or later. You might try all sorts of variations and not find anything that works, you might feel completely hard up for any ideas whatsoever. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When you hit the wall, try to distance yourself and regain some perspective. Not thinking about it for at least a little while and coming back to it later with fresh eyes and ears will open things up. Try to spend time with friends or family, indulge in your hobbies, or take a long walk. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It might take a few hours of a break to be able to crack things open, or it might take days, weeks, or even months and years. If you\u2019re struggling with a song, sometimes it\u2019s better to put it down and work on a different song or idea in the meantime. You might even stumble into the solution to your original song\u2019s problem as you go!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42895\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/G4M-Sonori-Digital-Grand-Piano.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4>5. Let the hook guide you<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Every song has a hook, and no matter what instrument you play, you can make one happen. It might be a catchy guitar riff, it could be a melodic guitar line instead, it might be a good synth lead, it could be a bassline that propels the whole song, or it could be a vocal melody. Sometimes the hook will be something smaller and repeatable, or sometimes it\u2019ll be an undeniable chorus that\u2019ll make listeners want to sing along.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use the hook to grab attention and build the song from this. And if you want to really open up your songwriting, try to think of hooks on different instruments for various parts of the song.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4>6. Build upon each section<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Verses are typically a smaller part of a song, but you still want some form of hook in a verse. Verses should still be more sparsely arranged than the choruses, but they need propulsion to make your listeners want to get to the chorus.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The chorus should be the most densely arranged part of your song, with the most going on in it, but it can be beneficial to add elements to each verse that follows. A new melody or instrument can go a long way to enhancing the progression of verses while not feeling like you\u2019re going back to a smaller version of the song.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26498\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Akai-MPC-One-Plus-used-with-FL-Studio-DAW.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4>7. Lyrics are the way people connect to music<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unless you\u2019re focused on writing instrumental music, lyrics are the central way that listeners will relate to a song. People will always try to listen out for something familiar, and what\u2019s more familiar and easier to connect to than a human voice? The way that you write lyrics is essential to building that connection.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Draw from that central font of inspiration \u2013 whatever that may have been \u2013 and try to reflect those ideas as best you can. Use the verse to introduce and set up ideas, and then use the chorus to emphasise them with the big central concept of your song. <\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Try to evolve the story of the song using the verses to ensure there\u2019s momentum over the course of the whole song. Think about ways to take listeners on a journey through those verses and don\u2019t keep them in the same place.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lyric writing is a lot like poetry as the rhythm and cadence are very important to the flow of a song. Rhyming is also a useful tool, but not every line has to rhyme. Listen closely to some of your favourite songs \u2013 how many of them rhyme every single line? <\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finding ways of switching things up through alternating rhymes, clusters of different rhyming pairs, or even setting up a rhyming line before swerving to insert a word that doesn\u2019t rhyme at all can bring some emphasis. Imagery and metaphor are also very strong ways of getting your ideas across, try to play with this and use it to fit the mood.<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4>8. Collaborate and get feedback<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You don\u2019t have to be a lone wolf to write music. In fact, doing so is usually antithetical to the whole process. Work with other musicians you know if you can, form a band if that\u2019s something that appeals to you and the way you want to write, show what you\u2019ve made to people you trust and get feedback from them - these are all ways to make the process more collaborative and exciting.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When getting feedback from peers, ask more than whether it's just good or bad. Ask specific questions such as how they feel about the verse: is it catchy enough? Does it conjure emotion? Questions like these will highlight any weaknesses in the song and where you can make it better. <\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you do get constructive criticism, try to take this in stride \u2013 it can sting sometimes, but it will ultimately be useful and help you grow as a songwriter.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sometimes it\u2019s good to work with producers if you\u2019re looking to release your music professionally. Reaching out to local studios can really help you get that extra polish if you\u2019re struggling. Producers aren\u2019t just there to press a few buttons and record the song, they\u2019re also there to help you write songs and will give you notes or suggest things to add, remove, or change as you go. <\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re not in touch with many other musicians or want to work on a solo project, connecting with a producer is a good way to help bring your vision to life.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32525\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/12\/Two-guitarists-and-a-drummer.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4>9. Don\u2019t overthink<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Songwriting is deeply personal, and so it can be difficult and take a long time. If your song isn\u2019t coming together, or you\u2019ve finished it and wound up feeling a little disappointed in the result, don\u2019t let this knock you down. Let the mistakes you\u2019ve made inform the next one.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You might even come back to this song one day and see it with more positivity or have the skills to go back and fix it. But sometimes the best thing to do is let go and move on to the next one.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You\u2019re a developing artist, and you will eventually create songs that you\u2019re happy with down. Learn from your experiences - both good and bad - along the way and take those into the next song. If nothing else you\u2019ll have learned a lot more about how you operate as a songwriter, and that\u2019s incredibly valuable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Every single musician you look up to will have gone through this in their careers, and most have a massive backlog of songs that were never released. A lot of the discographies you see are the best of the best of an artist\u2019s output, so try not to compare yourself too much. Be brave, trust yourself and your vision, and keep working at it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It might take writing a lot more songs before you feel like you have enough material that you\u2019re happy enough with to release into the world \u2013 if you really want to do this, don\u2019t worry and keep going.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3>Who\u2019s your inspiration?<\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We all have inspirations for songwriting, and they\u2019re all deeply personal choices. Think about yours and why they inspire you. What is it about them? Is it their lyricism, their virtuosic guitar playing, the emotive power of their vocals? What lessons can you learn from their approach? <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With this in mind,\u00a0 you can find plenty of inspiration from considering what the artists you love do well, and why it works for you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3>FAQs<\/h3><h4>How do I begin to write a song?<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To begin writing a song, start by focusing on a strong emotion or a simple idea as your foundation. Choose a melody, chord progression, or lyric to build upon. Experiment with structure and let your creativity flow while refining your ideas into verses, choruses, and bridges.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4>What is the 80\/20 rule in songwriting?<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The 80\/20 rule in songwriting refers to focusing 80% of your effort on the most impactful 20% of elements, such as the hook or chorus. Prioritise the parts of the song that will resonate most with listeners and drive its emotional or commercial success.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4>How do I write a song when I have no ideas?<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To write a song with no ideas, draw inspiration from personal experiences, random words, or external prompts like books or movies. Experiment with freewriting or playing random melodies. Sometimes starting with rhythm or chords can spark creativity and lead to new concepts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3>Final thoughts<\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Songwriting is challenging, but extremely rewarding work, and if you\u2019re learning\u00a0<strong>how to write a song<\/strong> and asking yourself whether you should start, I\u2019d strongly encourage you to take the leap. Trust your instincts and keep at it. <\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There will be frustrations: things not coming together, lack of inspiration, parts you\u2019ve written not working the way you hoped and needing to be scrapped. But if you stick with it, I can guarantee it\u2019ll be worthwhile - even if it won\u2019t necessarily make you rich and famous!<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Follow our tips if you need a hand, and remember to not overthink and take breaks when you need them. Be patient and enjoy the process - there\u2019s an awful lot to love about it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>For more guides to take you from studio to stage, check out the links below.<\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-acoustic-guitar-songs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The 29 Best Acoustic Guitar Songs of All Time<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/mixing-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Our Favourite Mixing Tips and Tricks<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/band-equipment-checklist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A Comprehensive Band Equipment Checklist - Including Bags and Cases<\/a><\/strong><\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[243,244,105,111],"tags":[290,107,169],"class_list":["post-43271","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-guitar-guides","category-live-sound-guides","category-guitars-bass","category-live-sound","tag-guide","tag-guitars","tag-live-sound"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How to Write a Song - Our Top Tips | Gear4music<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Knowing how to write a song is a very useful skill for any musician, but it can be difficult. 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