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i want to write a song but i don’t know how!

first pen down your thoughts like a story
make corrections
then try to put your thoughts in a symmetrical way
remember a poem doesnt always needs to be rhyming
try to keep your lines as short but descriptive as possible

i need a song writer to write a few songs for me cuz im doing a demo if you know anyone that can write country/pop songs let me know please.

While the other answerer gave you a wonderful offer that I think you should consider, I'd rather answer your question. How do you want your songs to sound? Now find the names of the people who made the songs and contact them telling them you're interested in commissioning them.

Or.. perhaps if you can't handle their prices.. google "{your town}{myspace}(songwriter)" to find people who will give you cheaper prices.

While I'm a songwriter and music composition major, I specialize in classical, and comedy oriented pieces.

i love to write and recently i've been trying to write lyrics. I hit the gold mine last night and was really happy and just videotaped me singing the lyrics with a melody i had stuck in my head. only problem is i can't make up anything for instrumental music since i didn't write down any notes in the first place. it all came from my head. help!

if you remember the melody, you can do two things:
1. find someone who plays the piano and can read and write music.
sing the melody to them (slowly) and see if they can work out the notes.
ask them to write it down and give it to you.

2. find a keyboard or piano somewhere.
sing the first note of the melody to yourself.
test the notes on the piano until you find the one you are singing.
(you need to know that C is the note that comes before the two black notes together. theres a pic at the bottom if you dont know where C is.)
the notes go ABCDEFG then back to A.
work out what note you have just played and write down what note it was.
do this with all the notes in the song until youve finished.
(it will take a while but its worth it!!)
note: as long as you remember the rythym in your head, the song will work.
i cant teach you how to work out rythym that takes a lloooooong time. but write next to the notes arrows to show whether its a long or short note and you will be fine.

good luck!!
hope this helps!
clo
xx

http://www.eprintablecalendars.com/images/music/piano-keys-with-notes.jpg
that link shows you about notes on the piano/keyboard.

i love to write and recently i've been trying to write lyrics. I hit the gold mine last night and was really happy and just videotaped me singing the lyrics with a melody i had stuck in my head. only problem is i can't make up anything for instrumental music since i didn't write down any notes in the first place. it all came from my head. help!

if you remember the melody, you can do two things:
1. find someone who plays the piano and can read and write music.
sing the melody to them (slowly) and see if they can work out the notes.
ask them to write it down and give it to you.

2. find a keyboard or piano somewhere.
sing the first note of the melody to yourself.
test the notes on the piano until you find the one you are singing.
(you need to know that C is the note that comes before the two black notes together. theres a pic at the bottom if you dont know where C is.)
the notes go ABCDEFG then back to A.
work out what note you have just played and write down what note it was.
do this with all the notes in the song until youve finished.
(it will take a while but its worth it!!)
note: as long as you remember the rythym in your head, the song will work.
i cant teach you how to work out rythym that takes a lloooooong time. but write next to the notes arrows to show whether its a long or short note and you will be fine.

good luck!!
hope this helps!
clo
xx

http://www.eprintablecalendars.com/images/music/piano-keys-with-notes.jpg
that link shows you about notes on the piano/keyboard.

I know your supposed to write songs based on your emotions, past events or your personal experiences. But, I'm only 13 so really I don't have much of a variety of ideas to write this song on. Oh, I love Jesse McCartney! How does he write his songs cause his new album is amazing!

Hi Katie,

What I've learned through songwriting is that writing a great song not only requires the ability to convert your thoughts and emotions into lines and verses, but many lifetime experiences as well. How can you write a great breakup song, for example, if you've never broken up with anyone and don't know the emotions that come with it?

Here's a short list of tips that might help:
1) Learn skills from more experienced songwriters by studying their lyrics.
2) Practice general writing.
3) Study all different kinds of music to expand your repertoire.
4) Expand your vocabulary.
5) When brainstorming, never hold back. Be as creative as you can be!

You could always just write about you're feelings, too. If you're sad for example, come up with ideas that symbolize sadness (rain, clouds, darkness, etc.)
This is where creativity becomes a huge part of songwriting (and any kind of writing!)

Summary: Creative ideas + writing and musical skills + life experiences = great song

Have fun, and remember to always write what's in your heart.
I really hope this helps. Good luck!

I know your supposed to write songs based on your emotions, past events or your personal experiences. But, I'm only 13 so really I don't have much of a variety of ideas to write this song on. Oh, I love Jesse McCartney! How does he write his songs cause his new album is amazing!

Hi Katie,

What I've learned through songwriting is that writing a great song not only requires the ability to convert your thoughts and emotions into lines and verses, but many lifetime experiences as well. How can you write a great breakup song, for example, if you've never broken up with anyone and don't know the emotions that come with it?

Here's a short list of tips that might help:
1) Learn skills from more experienced songwriters by studying their lyrics.
2) Practice general writing.
3) Study all different kinds of music to expand your repertoire.
4) Expand your vocabulary.
5) When brainstorming, never hold back. Be as creative as you can be!

You could always just write about you're feelings, too. If you're sad for example, come up with ideas that symbolize sadness (rain, clouds, darkness, etc.)
This is where creativity becomes a huge part of songwriting (and any kind of writing!)

Summary: Creative ideas + writing and musical skills + life experiences = great song

Have fun, and remember to always write what's in your heart.
I really hope this helps. Good luck!

I want to write a song for my sister, she has been amazing and funny and just awsome!
I want it to be country pop, like Taylor Swift but everytime i write something it doesn't sound like it'd fit into the country style.
What are some tips on how to wrfite a good song for her and to come up with a good tune? Help!

have a country tune in your head not one you know but one you make up as you write

ie this is my sis a real good miss
she makes me laugh when times are dark
she,s a friend to me can,t you see
my big sis a real good miss

go on do it i know you can good luck

I want to write a song for my sister, she has been amazing and funny and just awsome!
I want it to be country pop, like Taylor Swift but everytime i write something it doesn't sound like it'd fit into the country style.
What are some tips on how to wrfite a good song for her and to come up with a good tune? Help!

have a country tune in your head not one you know but one you make up as you write

ie this is my sis a real good miss
she makes me laugh when times are dark
she,s a friend to me can,t you see
my big sis a real good miss

go on do it i know you can good luck

It's "Ringa Ringa" from the movie "Slumdog Millionaire" .. i'd really like to see the lyrics written in the devanagari script. Is that possible?

Chick Chikchi Chikchi, Chikchi Chikchi, Chikchi Chikchi, Chikchi Chikchi
Chikchi Chikchi, Chikchi Chikchi, Chikchi Chikchi, Chikchi Chikchi
(Ring Ring Ringa, Ring Ring Ringa, Ring Ring Ringa Ringa Ringa) - 2
Hayeeee!, Aye Ree!!!, Aahahh!!!!
Chua Chua, Chua Chua Chua, Aye Ree!
Chua Chua Ara Ra Ra Chua Chua
Chikchi Chikchi Chua Chua, Chua Chua Chua
Ayi Ayi Ayi Ya Mai Mai Ya, Ayi Ayi Ayi Ayi Yi Yi Yi

[ Ringa Ringa Song Lyrics @ http://www.hindilyrix.com ]

(Ring Ring Ringa, Ring Ring Ringa, Ring Ring Ringa Ringa Ringa) - 2
Khatiye Pe Mein Padi Thi, Aur Gehri Neend Badi Thi
Aage Kya Main Kahu Sakhi Re..
Ek Khatmal Tha Saiyana, Mujhpe Tha Uska Nishana
Chunrai Mein Gus Gaya Dheere Dheere, Oooooo Ohhh
Kuch Nahi Samjha O Buddhu, Kuch Nahi Socha
Reng Ke Jaane Kaha Pahucha..
(Ring Ring Ringa, Ring Ring Ringa, Ring Ring Ringa Ringa Ringa) - 2

Chikchi Chikchi, Chikchi Chikchi, Chikchi Chikchi, Chikchi Chikchi
Haaye Woh Sharmaye, Haaye Woh Lajaye, Haaye Haaye Kya Chupaye
Kitna Mein Taddpi Thi, Kitna Mein Royi Thi
Mein To Thi Acchi Bhali, Kyon Bhala Soi Thi
Nigade Ne Mujhko Chain Lene Na Diya
Rona Bhi Chaha To Mujhko Rone Na Diya, O Ho, Aise Us Harjai Ki Makkari
Mere Tan Badan Mein Thi Lagi Chingari, Per Aise Kya Thi Lachari
O O Oohoo, Are Haiya Haiya Hoo
(Ring Ring Ringa, Ring Ring Ringa, Ring Ring Ringa Ringa Ringa) - 2
Haule Se Gudgudata, Dil Mein Hulchul Machata
Mein Sharm Se Thi Pani Pani.., Hahaha, Jo Usko Dhundthi Mein
Chupke Se Woh Chup Jata, Hahaha, Aise Thi Woh Meri Kahani.. Ooo
Yun Samjlo Khatmal Ka Shikar Hui Thi Mein, Uske Aage Haar Gai Thi Mein
(Ring Ring Ringa, Ring Ring Ringa, Ring Ring Ringa Ringa Ringa) - 2
Hayeeee!, Aye Ree!!!, Aahahh!!!!
Chikchi Chikchi, Chikchi Chikchi, Chikchi Chikchi, Chikchi Chikchi

sorry i have no idea what "devanagari script" is, but this is all i found.

hope i helped.