I fully realize both are important of course.

For this experiment I wanted to see if any songwriters felt that the music primarily inspires, drives and shapes the lyrics, or if it is the other way around.

For me, the music drives and shapes the lyrics once I have the hook, title and some of the chorus.

Just curious about other people's process.

As for the soul part I almost feel that goes without saying, for what I do. It is all about soul. The soul is what writes the lyrics really, not me.

It does not come from my head it comes from my soul.

This is an interesting exchange. Thanks for sharing.