Q&A for How to Write a Pop Song

Before you go into the actual writing process, find some similarities in the writing styles of Adele and Tori Kelly from their songs. What has made their songs so good and exceptional? Apply these methods when writing your own songs.

You absolutely can, if you have some good ideas for lyrics in your head, you should definitely write them down first, then work on the music later.

If you have a stand out line in your song (also known as a vocal hook) that you repeat many times, use a word or a few words from that. The simplest option is to pick the line you remember most in your chorus.

For a pop song, use the base in the drum kit and an electric guitar for the instruments and to find out the good music to go with the lyrics, say every word using different instruments with a different timing and different pitch/range and see what works best.

No, it is not plagiarism if you use words from a poem you wrote yourself. However, if you use words from a poem written by someone else, that would be considered plagiarism.

You don't necessarily need to know how to read music, but it's always a good skill to develop. Start by learning scales and basic harmonies and pick up an instrument if you can - piano or guitar would serve your purposes best.

You can create a simple shaker using household items like a sealed cardboard tube filled with rice. Additionally, incorporate natural sounds such as claps, hums, or sighs into your song.

It's best to write about an experience that happened before, whether it's your best friend breaking up with you, or a family member passing away. Popular songs often come from personal experiences.

Sabrina Carpenter's music features distinct "older" and "newer" styles. If you prefer her older songs, analyze a track like "Can't Blame a Girl For Trying" by identifying its rhyming patterns and what makes it engaging. Then, build your song around a catchy phrase or central concept.

Give your poem/song a really good tune, and see if it has a sort of chorus. if your poem fits a tune and has a main bit like a chorus, it should really be a song.

Make the haiku your chorus, but you're going to have to repeat it once. Then just come up with lyrics for your verses.

If you have an image of what you want to say but can't convey it, draw something that connects to the thought instead. The words will come to you eventually.

Yes, you can. Try to put the reasons why she/he broke your heart into the song and maybe if she/he hears the song, she might apologize and decide to be your best friend again.

Yes, it can be with the right sound and lyrics, many country songs can also get on the pop radio stations too.

You could adapt an existing song by revising its lyrics while keeping the original tune, then adjust the vocal octave to suit your performing style.

Her lyricism is notable; she doesn't write repetitive songs without meaning. Her songs tell a story from start to finish and are quite interesting. Additionally, she can hit heavenly high notes because she's a mezzo-soprano, and she creates really catchy melodies with good bridges.

Listen to her music. Analyze her lyrics and watch interviews where she discusses her songwriting process. Try to emulate her style in your own words and melodies.

Your age is not a barrier to creating music; it is your unique creation. Feel free to express yourself authentically, take inspiration from others, and make the song truly your own.

You don't have to sing your music yourself. You can focus on being a lyricist or a music writer and then find someone else to perform your songs. Writing a pop song does not require singing ability. Many very successful songwriters were not especially good singers.