Struggling with Songwriting - Any Tips?

Leeacoustic81 · Post by **Leeacoustic81** » Sun Mar 15, 2026 11:47 am

I've been studying music theory for a while now but I can't seem to write a full song. Any advice on how to level up my songwriting skills?

Solarflares · Post by **Solarflares** » Sun Mar 15, 2026 4:33 pm

“I woke up this morning,
And”.

That’s as far as I got.

GearNerd · Post by **GearNerd** » Mon Mar 16, 2026 9:09 am

Writing a good song is easy, you just have to write 10,000 bad songs first. Keep at it and don't get discouraged!

BluesGuy · Post by **BluesGuy** » Mon Mar 16, 2026 9:11 am

Sometimes when I'm stuck, I pick a current favorite song and use it as a blueprint to create my own version. It helps get the creative juices flowing.

MetalPlayer · Post by **MetalPlayer** » Mon Mar 16, 2026 9:16 am

Every Green Day or Foo Fighters song started as a simple acoustic tune. Try starting with a basic chord progression and build from there.

StudioPro · Post by **StudioPro** » Mon Mar 16, 2026 9:19 am

Great songs come from deep emotions and life experiences. Don't be afraid to tap into your feelings when writing music.

Post by **Olly** » Mon Mar 16, 2026 9:19 am

Solarflares wrote: Sun Mar 15, 2026 4:33 pm “I woke up this morning,
And”.

That’s as far as I got.

Sounds about as far as I usually get!

Leeacoustic81 wrote: Sun Mar 15, 2026 11:47 am I've been studying music theory for a while now but I can't seem to write a full song. Any advice on how to level up my songwriting skills?

I think the generaly consensus is just write. Don't try to write a hit - just write anything. And keep doing it. Try and finish it wherever possible even though it might not be ideal. And you can then filter the bad from the good and gain an ear for what works. As with anything, practice makes perfect.

This is far easier said than done though. I am yet to do it myself even though it is a long term goal of mine...

UKPete24 · Post by **UKPete24** » Mon Mar 16, 2026 9:21 am

I find that starting with a catchy title can help spark inspiration for a song. Try coming up with a two-word title and build from there.

Solarflares · Post by **Solarflares** » Mon Mar 16, 2026 10:06 am

Great tips.
I feel I’ve got it now. Very excited.
I’m going to write a song about my experiences.
I’m going to call it “Writer’s Block Blues”.

Goes like this….

“Well I woke up this morning…
And I’ve got writer’s block.”

That’s as far as I got, but it’s looking better already!