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30 SECOND WORKSHOP
Songwriting tips from David M. Kidd

Tip #1
Don't reverse the natural order of word structure.

Tip #2
Don't tell us, show us - be descriptive.

Tip #3
Keep writing - improvement comes with practice.

Tip #4
Song form structure.

Tip #5
Learn music business etiquette.

Tip #6
To rhyme or not to rhyme - here's the answer.

Tip #7
Registration: Protect your songs.

Tip #8
• Songwriting is a craft that has to be learned.

Tip #9
Don't let an inability to spell derail; use a dictionary.

Tip #10
Use the song title within the song.

Tip #11
Don't be afraid to re-write.

Tip #12
Difference between refrain and chorus.

Tip #13
• Write about what you know.

Tip #14
Be original.

Tip #15
Don't target your song to one artist.

Tip #16
How to hook the listener.

Tip #17
Gathering ideas for songs.

Tip #18
Understand viewpoint.

Tip #19
Write the way a person talks - check Tip #1.

Tip #20
Understand the basics of songwriting.