Ever wonder how your favorite artists come up with such thought provoking and inspirational lyrics? Look no further than my songwriting series. In this group of posts, we’re going to dive into the very base of writing and making sense of the concepts that mean the world to you.
The Importance Of Songwriting
Words have much more power than humans tend to give credit. While good musical rhythm does have the power to make us dance, and to make us feel emotions, we are also deeply affected by well-crafted lyrics. And remember as songwriters, we have the power to create that magic ourselves.
That reason is why songwriters are such an integral part of the music industry.
Without songwriters, music wouldn’t be nearly as touching. The words and dialects integrated within are what really bring the collaboration of sounds from musicians and producers home. Whether you’re writing for yourself or another artist(s), mastering your personal songwriting style is incredibly rewarding.
Let’s think about your favorite artist. Whether it’s Drake, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, or even Blake Shelton, the thing which makes you comfortable with their brand of music is the energy given through the engineering and production. But what makes the artist stick with you forever are the lyrics in the songs.
Taylor Swift’s Creative Process
Let’s talk one of music’s most monumental figures, Taylor Swift. Her writing process includes a mixture of personal experience, introspect, and a deep desire for artistic perfection. While we can all agree that her vocal talent is world class, it’s the songwriting that propels her heads above other elite vocalists.
It’s her evolving pen game that helped her make the transition from the country music she started her career making to the sensational pop music of her most recent projects. Although the genre is different, what remains the same are the personality and connection she creates through her lyrics.
In recent projects her growth as a creator has been paramount. Folklore and Evermore are indicative of her success with complex concepts and narratives. What I like about these sorts of projects is that they establish longevity and status of an artist. I always knew Taylor wasn’t just a 15-minute pop sensation. And after those projects, the whole world understands as well.
As we get into other articles within the songwriting series, you’ll begin to understand more about how the power of your imagination is more than enough to connect with potential fans. It’s great to have a team to collaborate with on ideas. And you’ll get there eventually. But for now, just be content with the fact that your mind and experience are already enough. You don’t need to act like or become something else in your songs.
