1 Simple Trick For Writing Memorable Lyrics

Writing lyrics can be a challenge and there are a lot of Lyric writing techniques out there. There are so many things to think about when it comes to creating lyrics - melody, rhythm, structure, and finding the right words that fit together perfectly. It’s hard and a lot of songwriters find themselves struggling to write lyrics. But with a little bit of practice, you can Make song lyrics that are both memorable and meaningful. How do you write a memorable song? in this video, we look at 'the chunk method' that John Mayer uses.
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Annoying intro?! Some song intro riffs are more iconic than the lyrics themselves. Intros can be heavenly if you make them catchy enough!

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Have been writing poetry for years. Thought it would translate to song writing quite easily .....and it doesn't. This has been extremely helpful.

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Same! I struggle with this so much, can’t help but to rhyme in patterns 😂

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[@1oolabob]

I saw an interview with Paul McCartney where he said that he never really wrote his songs down on paper. Instead, he had to remember his lyrics...and that's how he wrote memorable songs; by literally having to remember them.

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man i am so grateful for this. Thank you so much sir. ____________________________________a random 18yo trying to make songs.

[@lakeslane4264]

recently starting to write my own lyrics taking bits and pieces from old pieces of literature Ive written. Its quickly turning into a passion of mine. thank you for speeding up my progression in this new passion of mine.

[@prschuster]

I also like to be a little vague so the listener can insert their own experiences into the song.

[@Schxndr]

Also don’t be afraid to focus on recording small parts, you can try singing the whole track from start to finish but you’ll probably have some bumps, recording in sections makes it way easier to nail the lyrics and also the style of sound you’re trying to use, like nailing that fry scream, or hitting that high note with your clean voice.

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[@apple122596]

This is actually taught at Berklee by Pat Pattison. He calls them his "boxes" of writing lyrics.

[@ninjar4860]

The thing about "using less do more" I literally always thought about this in a way but never quite had words for it good stuff man sub and like!

[@Kansings]

I tried writing hikus (not sure if I spelt it right) everyday for a while. That was a good exercise to teach me that less is more. It forced me to really think about what I'm trying to convey and what words I can remove for ones that do the job more effectively

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[@telly5546]

His spaces are filled with his guitar playing which is the highlight

[@2011littlejohn1]

I feel the first thing is to think of is the theme of the song and then all the important words used should be synonymous with the theme. Also chords can be used to emphasise meaning. For example in Fats Wallers Ain't Misbehavin' there's a descending minor chord progression on the pensive lyric ''Like Jack Horner in the corner, I don't go no where'' but then turns into a major chord for the more positive phrase ''what do I care? Your kisses are worth waiting for.''

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Thank you.. I'm a newbie at this ....these are helpful tips.

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[@Avirgogirl919]

Thank you ! John Mayer was a excellent example to use simplicity is key when writing hooks hands down !

[@nathanbrownornb]

Yes I write rap lyrics, but look at pop music for its lyrical phrasing and the use the method in my rap choruses.

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Solid. You chunked this lesson!

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Well said and same for poets! Regarding the "let it breathe" idea, Dr. John (Mac Rebennack) said the same thing about the music.

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[@ogfit5448]

I needed this vid. I wrote an amazing song on guitar but I'm struggling with lyrics

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Great tutorial! Practicing writing songs on guitar, this helped me a lot!

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no wonder I love Micheal Kiwanuka's stuff so much, he keeps it simple and breezy

[@charlie5065]

Iambic pentameter is the emphasis of words on the 2nd beat or syllable it’s used to create the effect of a heartbeat, footsteps, the bouncing of a ball anything with a rhythm.

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My biggest issue is writing out what I wanna say, a lot of times I can't find the right words that flow or cave find enough words to say

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0:48 have you got a link for the full video for this? Thanks :)

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[@gustavorlore]

Well i am a guitarrist, that struggles how to do solos or melodies on the spot and belive there ought to be a esier way. Well thats what has me in this subject and correct me if i am wrong (please), but if you play the melody from the scale in a rhythmic pattern that follows the song lyrics, it works, interestinly enough the pentattonic seems to fit any chord thus making it weeb throug the song. So what youre take is it possible to use mere scales yo the lyrics fitting everystroke to the syllables?

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[@user-tb4el1sr1q]

First I count how many numbers then see if there’s a pattern like 981 9-8=1 and so on if not maybe I gotta just memorize it if I need it

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Hi aze, glad you got some value from it. I must have forgot to put the link in the description. I've put it in the pinned comment. Thanks for the heads up👍

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[@AnthonySforza]

Holy crap... I have been writing lyrics like this all along. Admittedly, I am super self critical, in that it's lazy or uninspired. I hadnt considered that I may have been onto something.

[@lukeroberts3464]

Japan always ask for extra tracks because of the import issue . B sides are used for these . B sides are still official tracks that were part of albums recordings etc. In your own opinion why album sequencing and duration changed when b sides are added on the record example there is nothing to lose album had 11 tracks and the duration is about 46:16 but for Japan • and australia a it got 12 tracks and it has about 50 minutes. Why do b sides have to be included on international records and in your own words does it tell the same story or different story depending on album sequencing?

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[@christopher.stewart]

well... then there's the deeper question of whether or not « memorable » is a relevant criterion... for instance, there are comedy numbers wherein people argue over what the correct lyrics to certain songs are, and yet the songs in question are « hits » regardless... this point also touches the ideas of efficiency, performance, optimization, and the likes... are those concerns part of the necessities that bring art into existence ? or isn't art first and foremost about expression ? and if so then it's not about lyrics being memorable, but about how accurately they convey whatever needs expression... should music be about singing to others what they want to hear, in a way that pleases them ? or about saying what needs to be said, regardless of whether or not others enjoy what is said, or can quote it word for word ? along the same lines, should art make things easy for people ? or possibly rather challenge them, show them where the boundaries of their comfort zone lie, so that they can transcend them ? though there's overlap, art, entertainment, and commerce are very different activities with very different aims... ultimately, i'd suggest that true art just yields artwork and is unconcerned about audience, like a fruit tree yields fruit, regardless or whether not there are takers...

[@gasparucciox9706]

i'm a songwriter and i'm from italy but mostly i write songs in english and mother tongue english people liked my songs lyricswise, cause' , maybe , knowing less words in english that an english....i am, in the end , kind of simple ( but i always try NOT to be banal and predicatble) and simplicity in txts is essential to be catchy in a song

[@SongWritersChopShop]

Great point Gasparuccio. Sometimes less is more and if it sounds good, it sounds good.👍

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Mayer, great songwriter? "If you want to roll me, then you gotta roll me all night long..." Paraphrased from B.B. King's "Rock Me Baby."

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Hello, do you offer songwriting lessons?

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What song is that?

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where can i find that john mayer clip?

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I can’t remember, it's a live version filmed on a phone. I think I searched the song name + live.

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[@no1really...]

I'm trying to formulate my vocal melodies without the usage of music theory( i like the enigma of not using musical theory, it's the way i like my art) but i feel like i have no direction with my pitches and rhytm, word of advice?

[@SongWritersChopShop]

That's a great question Aphiwe. I think writing melodies the intuitive way is the best way to go about it. However, informing your intuition with some theory can make a big difference. Don't think of music theory as a set of rules but rather think of it as a language that communicates ideas and concepts. I have a couple of videos I think you might find useful. This one goes over how most pros create a melody for a song kzbin.info/www/bejne/paOUkph3o8aXjpo . I also did a series of videos on melodic shapes where I to explain some music theory without using music theory, here's the first one kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6KZeZKOhaihask . Give them a look and hit me up with any questions you have. cheers

[@no1really...]

@@SongWritersChopShop cause some of the artists of my bias liking, artist such Frank ocean, seem to have these free but harmonic vocal melodic lines and when you said informing intuition with some theory can make a big difference,do you mean that in an advantageous way ?

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so it's more like power phrasing when writing

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I was just going to message you. Where have you been?

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I don't know mate tbh, I think I was abducted by aliens. the last thing I remember it was May!👽👾👽😭

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@@TheLambchop29 don't you mean 2006?

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@@TheLambchop29 Cheer man. why is simple always the last thing we think of!

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You could use the advice of “doing less” in the editing of your videos. Great advice but the video editing is a lot haha

[@MOSP14]

Chet Baker was a master at this.

[@lukeroberts3464]

Why songs have to start from beginning to end?

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I don't skinny dip but I chunky dunk

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Like in all art and standup, less is more. Trim out everything you can, because what is left is the core, the essence, the richest part. As bill burr says "theres no fat on that joke."

[@annabellemoore4214]

Memorable lyrics are simple

[@ExposingEvil_]

System of a down does the complete opposite Great video!

[@SongWritersChopShop]

Thats interesting Sami, can you give me an example of one of their songs that does that? It could be cool to analyze

[@ExposingEvil_]

Chop Suey, BYOB

[@SongWritersChopShop]

@@ExposingEvil_ Nice one Sami, cheers.

[@electronroom]

the link to the free cheat sheet doesn't work

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It definitely works, I just checked it. It must be something your end. I think ad blockers or vpns sometimes mess it up. If you can’t get it to work let me know and I'll email it to you. 👍

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Why is the ukulele in the back upside down? 😂

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How is my songs??? curious no promo

[@user-tb4el1sr1q]

Or maybe put it to a song 🎧 just

[@TheFantazmics]

This is great! I just released the first episode of a new series where I write & record an original song every week from scratch while explaining my entire process along the way. I’d love if you’d check it out and let me know what you think!

[@witchbiitch_]

Too much philosophies just express yourself be you don't try to impress others it's a process that unfolds by itself as long as you trust it.

[@nihilgeist666]

The "Bumper Sticker Lyric" method, pick any a low intelligence phrase like "god don't make no trash" or "it is what it is" or "back on my bullsh!t" and that's your Hook.