Dare I say it? Oh what the...here you go, industry folks recommend a short intro not to exceed around 13 seconds.

Some have told me less is better. If you can start the song without any intro, that's even better.

This song is a perfect example of that. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYKVb7T1n2I And it runs for a total of 2:20 and was a huge monster hit.


Or this monster of a hit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tRnFHfI7WAQ

Both are great examples of songs with no introduction. Get right into the song.

You can find my music at:
www.herbhartley.com
Add nothing that adds nothing to the music.
You can make excuses or you can make progress but not both.

The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding.