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How to Write One Song

How to Write One Song

By Jeff Tweedy

Dutton, 2020.

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14 mins read

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A brief summary of How to Write One Song

An inspiring how-to book that taps into your hidden creativity and teaches you the essential elements of writing a single song—lyrics and music—without feeling confused or overwhelmed.

Key insights in How to Write One Song

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What do you get from this book? A professional musician’s techniques and advice for writing songs
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If you want to be a songwriter, you need to overcome self-doubt and find ways to get inspired
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Establishing a daily schedule will help you make time for creative endeavors while balancing work and family life
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Creating the right lyrics is easier if you utilize word association exercises like the “Word Ladder”
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Harvesting words from books or switching the order of your lines can bring new depth to your lyrics
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Simple exercises such as conversation, rhyme, and a change in perspective can be really effective at bolstering lyrics
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You don’t need to play an instrument to write songs, you just need the ability to listen and learn
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“Borrowing” music from another artist is okay as long as you change it before recording it
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The only way to release writer’s block and share your music is to stop judging yourself and acknowledge your accomplishments
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Who should read How to Write One Song

Music students • interested amateurs • experienced songwriters looking for inspiration • anyone who ever wanted to write a song but didn’t know how

About the author of How to Write One Song

Jeff Tweedy is an American musician and Grammy winner with over forty years’ experience playing guitar and writing songs. He is the founding member of rock band Wilco, and previously co-founded Uncle Tupelo, an alternative country music band credited with helping usher in the genre.

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