Taken from our “Themes and Variation” companion course on Soundfly, this lesson uses Ice Cube as a reference for personal lyric writing tips.
7 Songwriting Rules and When to Break Them
There are many unwritten rules songwriters tend to treat as the Gospel, but when the innovative break them, incredible things happen.
Radiohead, What IS That Note?
Identifying that eery tone in one of Radiohead’s most well-known songs off “Kid A” was not easy, but it was fun.
Work 1-on-1 With a Grammy-Winning Producer and Songwriter
Get to know the newest member of the Soundfly Mentor team, a Grammy-winning songwriter/producer ready to help you achieve your goals!
Pandemic Song Book: Artists Who Capture Covid Perfectly in Song
A rundown of our favorite hit songs from 2020 that tackle the pandemic with clever, comforting, and just plain silly lyrics.
How The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights” Takes Beethoven’s Ideas to #1
In this analysis, pop music theorist Ben Morss shows how The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights” is built from four-note scale segments.
Our 7 Favorite Songwriting Blogs for Dashes of Inspiration
Whether you’re in need of a dash of inspiration or just some new methods to try out, we compiled our top songwriting blogs to help you out!
The “Change One Thing” Method of Songwriting
When you’re hitting a wall, it might be that your creative process has gone stale. Try this method to reinvigorate your songwriting ideation.
The Most Evocative Lyrics We Heard in 2020
We take a look back at some of the most powerful and poetic lyrics we heard in pop and hip-hop music in 2020.
2021: Turn Over a New Creative Leaf With a Soundfly Mentor
Soundfly mentors can help you build momentum and sustain a passionate drive towards achieving your next big project this year. Learn more.