Writing Better Lyrics with the LYRIC CANVAS | Holistic Songwriting – Holistic Songwriting

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XjSVGFDieE

Summary

### Summary

The text is a transcription of a video about a method called „lyric canvas“ for writing better lyrics. This process involves selecting one of six types of progression to add layers to the initial idea, ensuring that the lyrics are moving forward and not repeating the same idea. Unique meaning arrows help maintain consistency throughout the song, while a bridge usually added using the same type of progression as chosen for the main part. The speaker recommends having multiple lyric canvases at hand for easy reference. These tools provide a proven system for writing lyrics in an efficient manner.

Highlights

• 🎵 Lyrics Canvas is a method to write better lyrics
• 📝 Five sections: Concept, Interesting Subjects Formula, Chorus Box, Verse One Section, Feelings
• ⚡ Six boxes and power words in the Interesting Subjects Formula
• ➡️ Arrow pointing to the Chorus in Verse One Section

Key Takeaways

• 🎶 Choose one of six types of progression for adding layers to the initial idea
• 🔄 Ensure lyrics are moving forward, not repeating the same idea
• 📝 Create a title and have multiple lyric canvases at hand for easy reference