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Songwriting in Nowhere

The False Consensus Effect • 19 implied HN points • 29 Jan 21
🎶 Music Songwriting
  1. Writing what you know doesn't guarantee success in creative pursuits, as demonstrated by examples like Stephen King. People often prefer stories of magic and fantasy over reality.
  2. Creative expression in various forms like painting, sculpture, and music requires a deep connection to the subject matter, but success and financial reward aren't guaranteed.
  3. Songwriting is a personal and cathartic process, and it's essential to engage in it for personal fulfillment rather than for public performance or external validation.

More Songwriting In Nowhere

The False Consensus Effect • 0 implied HN points • 12 Mar 21
🎶 Music Songwriting
  1. Songwriting can be a valuable and rewarding practice that allows for creative expression and personal growth.
  2. Embrace the amateur mindset in creative endeavors, allowing room for experimentation and the freedom to fail without the pressure of perfection.
  3. Reflect on personal experiences and emotions as inspirations for songs, embracing simplicity and honesty in storytelling.

song-writing process

Splattern • 0 implied HN points • 15 Aug 23
🎶 Music Songwriting
  1. Songwriting starts with an idea, usually recorded in voice memos, and then the group collaborates to develop it into a full song.
  2. Ideas can vary in how complete they are when presented to the group. Sometimes one person has a full vision, other times it's just a spark.
  3. It's common to forget good ideas, but the focus should be on enjoying the process rather than getting attached to any single idea.

Music question. And you might not want to know the answer.

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 10 Dec 10
🎶 Music Songwriting
  1. Desmond Child is a prolific songwriter who has written many popular songs across different artists. It's surprising to learn that one person can be behind so many hits.
  2. Some music fans feel that Desmond Child's influence changed the sound and style of famous rock bands, making them softer and more mainstream. This has led to mixed feelings about the evolution of these artists.
  3. Discovering the connections between songs can make you rethink your musical preferences and the true nature of the music industry. It might change how you see the art of songwriting.

A Provisional Re-sequencing of the White Album

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 21 Oct 10
🎶 Music Songwriting
  1. The White Album's song ordering is not optimal, and side 3 feels especially disjointed. Many listeners might not notice this because they've heard it so many times.
  2. A fresh re-sequencing of the album could significantly improve the listening experience. Sometimes a random shuffle can even work well.
  3. The author suggests removing two songs from the album and starting and ending with different versions of the same song to give it more structure.
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