Topic: Lyrics or Music First??

One problem I always have when trying to write a new song is, should I develop and create the lyrics or music first?  I usually end up creating the song first, and add the lyrics later.  What do you do when getting ready to write a new song?

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Re: Lyrics or Music First??

Most of the composition I have done... the music came first... And I add lyrics after !!

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Re: Lyrics or Music First??

Usually it's music (or harmony) first,  but doing lyrics first will force you to do some new things to make them fit, so it is a good idea, and may help you to be more creative.

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