Have you thought about your lyric phrase lengths? The Golden rule- Keep things EVEN. Ninety percent of mainstream commercial pop music is written with four beats to each bar (4/4) time, meaning the music is divisible by 4. This needs to be considered when writing commercial pop lyrics. If you write consistent song sections-verses, chorus, bridges, etc, that are grouped into 4 or 8 lines, you are on the right track. If you write lyrics with sections containing odd phrase Continue
Songwriting thought of the Day
Think about the Rhythm of your Melody!
Experiment with rhythm! A good melody often has a compelling rhythm. Play around with different rhythmic patterns to make your melody interesting and catchy!
- "Billie Jean" by Michael Jackson - This song has a distinctive bassline and rhythm that contributed to its iconic status.
- "Shape of You" by Ed Sheeran
- "Don't Start Now" by Dua Lipa
- "Sorry" by Justin Bieber
- "Take Five" by Dave Brubeck Quartet (considered a jazz/pop fusion) - Known for its unusual 5/4 time signature, it's a standout for its rhythmic complexity.
- "I Gotta Feeling" by The Black Eyed Peas
- "Get Lucky" by Daft Punk featuring Pharrell Williams - This song features a funky rhythm that's catchy yet intricate.
- "Smooth Criminal" by Michael Jackson - Similar to "Billie Jean," it's known for its driving rhythm and innovative beats.
- "Uptown Funk" by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars - It has a funky rhythm that gets people moving with its lively groove.
- "Closer" by The Chainsmokers ft. Halsey
