#songwriting

#songwriting

Renee Rapp expresses joy in using creative license in her songwriting, letting go of strict adherence to her personal truth while writing her music.

Paul Simon's "The Afterlife" presents an amusing vision of heaven, likening it to waiting in line at the DMV and suggests pickup lines fail even past life.

Matt Berninger praised Taylor Swift as one of the best lyricists of her generation, highlighting how her songs create a deep connection with listeners.

Amy Allen, the first woman to win the Grammy for Songwriter of the Year, emphasizes the rarity of hits and contrasts writing for others with personal releases.

"Like, come on, how can each line be arranged so perfectly? How can music feel so effortless when it is clearly borne of such great effort?"

Amunaso reflects on her recording process, emphasising the importance of creating a space to fully embrace the emotions stirred by her music. "I love to record vocals at home. It's where I can take my time and truly connect with what I'm feeling," she explains.

Springsteen's latest release, "Blind Spot," is the first song from the previously shelved "Streets of Philadelphia Sessions," showcasing his unique musical experimentation.

Campbell reflects on how a simple four-track recording at home – created just for fun – laid the foundation for 'Refugee.' The music flowed naturally from his love for Albert King's guitar sound.

I pursue music that sincerely expresses human emotions and inner feelings. My goal is to create music that offers comfort in my own unique style.

Patterson Hood was confident that Lydia Loveless, a fan of his band, would be the perfect collaborator for the duet 'A Werewolf and a Girl.'

"I totally lost touch with my taste in a lot of ways," DiRusso remembers, and this is precisely what prompted her to set aside a month to get back in touch with the simple pleasures of life in the summer of 2023.

Returning to a past boyfriend gave me a different perspective to write from, which inspired my new record, Polari, filled with glitzy love songs.