Noticing Newbies Newsletter- #34 4/2/07

N0TICING NEWBIES NEWSLETTER

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-- Author Unknown



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EDITOR'S NOTE:

Hello Newbies!

Do you have a melody that won't leave your mind? Better yet, words or a thought you want to go with the melody...lyrics is what it is called. The music and the lyrics are both equally important, but I'm more of a word person, so the writing aspect is what I'll be talking about.

When I think of people who write lyrics (songwriter), the names that come to mind are Jackson Browne, Bernie Taupin, Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan and many more! If you haven't read lyrics written by these talented writers, I would suggest you do, you can learn so much!

Writing lyrics is many things. I feel one of the most important aspects of writing before even learning the correct technique, is writing from the heart. Whether writing lyrics or a book, learning to listen to what your inside is telling you is crucial. For instance, when you cry during a movie, what is that emotion telling you, write about it. When you are driving your car, an awesome idea pops into your head, write it down (make sure you keep a pen and paper in your car or tape recorder). Many writers keep a journal to keep their muse in gear...whatever works for you, do it! Your unique thoughts turn into ideas which manifest into a song.

If you are feeling stuck for ideas, listen to some music. You'll find that many times you can get ideas from other artists. Don't steal their words, but you can take some of their ideas and blend them into your own style, your own thoughts.

Whatever you do, do now allow yourself not to write. The mind must be exercised or you will experience what is called writer's block, another whole subject. So, practice coming up with ideas and write!

Next month I will discuss the technical side of lyric writing...catchy phrases (hook) verses, chorus, bridge, etc.

Take some time and check out my favorite songwriters:

http://www.jacksonbrowne.com/
http://www.bernie-taupin.com/
http://www.bobdylan.com/moderntimes/home/main.html
http://jonimitchell.com/

Songwriters Hall of Fame:

http://www.songwritershalloffame.org/notable_songwriters.asp

Until next time...

See ya May 2nd!

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 SHOW ITEMS SUBMITTED FOR NEWSLETTER: 

ID: 1214303   (Rated: 13+) Ending the Beggining  Same thoughts, strange reasons... by Seeker...Till Eternity

ID: 1234504 Invalid Item  This item number is not valid. by Not Available.

ID: 1183780   (Rated: 13+) Effective Treatment of Depression and BP  Suggestions: how to track symptoms and get help during depression and bipolar disorder. by seekingcalm

ID: 1239244 Invalid Item  This item number is not valid. by Not Available.

ID: 1227670   (Rated: 13+) The Night Of Broken Glass  A first person account of the horrors of WW2. Based on the true event of Krystalnacht by Powdered_Toastman

ID: 1234927   (Rated: 18+) The Chase  Love = Tradgedy that about sums it up by outlander44

ID: 1231546   (Rated: E) They don't call you to the office...  Chapter 1-"They don't call you to the office to tell you great job." by noellekitty

ID: 1231345   (Rated: E) ANIMAL CRACKERS-Final Draft?  After all the advice from WDC members. I did more editing. Which one do you like best? by Fancy

ID: 1228124   (Rated: ASR) Rocky Road  Sometimes love is more a choice than a feeling by clementsamuelson

ID: 1232828 Invalid Item  This item number is not valid. by Not Available.

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ASK & ANSWER:

No feedback from last month, so I've listed a few lyrics I feel are very good.

ID: 1240962   (Rated: E) A Hundred Miles To Monday  country song lyrics by T.L.Finch

ID: 1230681   (Rated: E) She's A Mystery  Poetry/Lyrics. by Michael

ID: 1239076   (Rated: ASR) Lyrics: Dressed In My Best  A deseased person sings to their love in life. by Kings

ID: 1212294   (Rated: E) THE WINGS OF TIME  lyrics I wrote on the guitar thinking about A love I would find some day by elliott

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