The Boston Chapter.
Harry Chapin
Jim Croce
Johnny Cash
John Mayer
About Me
An excellent magazine with stories, tips, and a lyric contest.
Lyrics
Influences
Words evoke emotion. Its what the audience relates to. Who is singing? Who is being sung to? What is the message?
Why I write...
Its a way for me to get thoughts out.
Feelings that can be otherwise difficult to express.
Its also a departure from the daily routine.
Links / Resources
Tunesmith - Jimmy Webb
An excellent book on songwriting - from one of the best.
Since I was a teen I've enjoyed putting my thoughts and feelings down on paper. Looking back at some of those songs/lyrics they reflect a juvenile attitude and approach. They were also (mostly) 'real'.
Over time I've taken a more methodical approach to writing lyrics. Sometimes, however, I struggle with "too much polishing".
My intent is to still be real.
Collin Murray - songwriter
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