Originally Posted By: MusicStudent
Is it possible that a person is able to ONLY write music and not lyrics?

I have been stuck on a song for longer than I can admit to. I have the music essentially done, Guitar, Piano, drums, bass and the song structure completed, Intro, verse, verse, Bridge, Chorus, Verse, Instrumental Break, verse, ending. I even created a melody (with help). But dispite all the work, no lyrics. I don't consider this to be a writers block since best I can recall I have only written lyrics once in my life. But at this time I feel the need to get this done.

I want to do it myself so I am not looking for a colaboration (well, at least at this time). Any words of wisdom on how I actually make this happen!

Or is this just a stupid question. crazy

Dan

Dan, there are no stupid questions (albeit there may be a few stupid answers crazy )

Two examples:

Elton John essentially always used others lyrics (i.e. Bernie Taupin) to then compose and create brilliant songs.

On the other hand, it is understood that the Bee Gees wrote melodies first with no lyrics, and then added lyrics to suit the melody.

Both approaches delivered outstanding outcomes.

Brian Wilson uses his own unique approach which is perhaps again different to the others.

Don't get hung up on the 'right-way'. Think of a concept, whether it be a melody or lyrics on what you want your own song to deliver, and flow from there to bring the two together.

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