Originally Posted by DC Ron
Well, as you know, I get lyrics from my brother. Highly recommended. Ha!

But when I write lyrics (or music, for that matter), I usually write "inside out". I'll find a catchy phrase and try to make it sound cool. (I stole this from something Paul Simon said over 50 years ago) This will become the "center" of the song. Then I'll figure out a way to get to the "center" of the song lyrically (or musically). That is, what is the song about? This will become the "theme". It usually goes quickly from there.

Honestly, despite your protests, your lyrics are WAY above average, and your songs are always fun to listen to. Some people think good rock lyrics are gibberish anyway. Just putting that out there.
Thank you Ron - and thanks for pumping up my tyres a bit. I’m always using the line that ‘the lyrics are just the vehicle for the music’ so not sure why I’m doubting my mantra on this one. I think it’s because the song *could* be good, so the stakes are a bit higher. Well … I’ve found a centre of sorts and running with that for the time being.
Andrew