What posesses someone to become a songwriter?
Want to write a hit song? Join the club! The problem with hits is that they require a fair amount of talent and a huge amount of luck. Almost anybody, however, can write a really good song, and the feeling you get when you do is even better than the feel of cold, hard cash. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced songwriter, here’s how to tap your potential and bring out the music inside you. Learn music theory. You don’t want to write a song without any knowledge of how music works. It’s best to learn from someone who knows about writing music. Stop thinking about writing a song, and start writing songs. You really want to be a rock star, don’t you? You daydream about being on stage and hearing the roar of the crowd. Only trouble is, gee whiz, you’re dreaming your life away. If you want to write a really good song, you’re going to have to work for it. Start today. Listen actively to a lot of music. Good writers read books. Good songwriters listen to songs. As you listen, think abo
