How To Write A Song For Beginners

[@jameszabloski3563]

Spot on, Charles. Sometimes I'll sit at the keyboard and say I haven't written anything in E-minor. Or will say what about a song in 3/4 instead of 4/4 all the time? Sometimes I'll start with a rhythm in the left hand and see where that leads, or sometimes I'll have a hook phrase and work from there... there is no one way to write a song, man. Genius video here; very helpful to beginning songwriters. Excellent video..

[@CharlesCleyn]

Thanks a lot James, I really appreciate the thoughtful comment.

[@writewithangel]

Thank you so so much for this video Charles I really needed it. I am trying to work on my first properly produced song at the moment and this week I realised I was over complicating it so much.

[@CharlesCleyn]

Of course, you're very welcome. It's always best to go back to the basics when things get complicated.

[@brianwallington9744]

very motivating Charly gives me at least a structure to work with,, but of course at first I need to get over my doubts about my abilities.. as we all do.. as beginners. I have never yet managed to finish a song completely ... but it is early days .. you stay safe and take care now..

[@MustafaYoussef]

I have been watching your videos all evening, I am so glad I found your channel and instagram you got a new subscriber! great content bro, very useful, thank you!

[@Vinny19A]

Your voice is incredible, you make it look so easy. Thanks for the vid

[@CharlesCleyn]

Thanks for the kind words Vinny :)

[@imindmyownwork2118]

thankyou so much sir i needed this so much . thankyou so much

[@CharlesCleyn]

You’re very welcome

[@idiotusmaximus5530]

very instructive as usual, thanks Charles

[@CharlesCleyn]

you’re very welcome :)

[@guprovasi]

It would be nice if you could make a video on how to put melodies on lyrics (when we came up with lyrics first). 🙂

[@CharlesCleyn]

thanks for this suggestion :)

[@kathryngracekutter5387]

Yes this!

[@robertbialous7555]

Thank you

[@CharlesCleyn]

You’re welcome

[@joshpankey1184]

Hey Charles, In regards to your drum training on Saturday, who would you say that training is for [someone with absolutely no experience in making any kind of tracks (a complete novice who doesn't even know how to use Logic Pro,) or someone with a little experience.] Also, is it for someone who only has GarageBand and doesn't even have experience using that? Lastly, what does the drum training entail? Thanks!

[@CharlesCleyn]

Hi Josh, I will absolutely make it beginner friendly. I will be using Logic in the session but it will be transferable in GB and you can of course ask any questions you would like. There will be a large portion to q&A.

[@jupiter_ios]

Yay im the first to comment

[@CharlesCleyn]

thanks for watching :)

[@alanhammersley791]

Thank you Charlie the system does have merit. I do find the lyrics the hardest part in that not having to many words for each bar but it is worth keeping at it. Thank you for your help.

[@CharlesCleyn]

You're welcome Alan, I also agree the lyrics are the hardest part.