Get started writing rap lyrics?

Have you ever wanted to get started writing rap lyrics? In this article I will give you six easy steps to get started.

Step 1.
The first thing you need is a subject to write about. It can be an observation you’ve done about the community, how you don't like to be messed with, about a past girlfriend etc.

Step 2.
You then need to make shore you have a solid rhyme scheme. A good thing to do is to analyse your favorite rap artist and see which rhyme scheme he or she uses. Then you can build your song around the same rhyme scheme. Not shore what a rhyme scheme is? Click here to read more abort this topic.

Step 3.
Analyze how your favorite artists uses rhymes and multi rhymes. If you’re all new to this. Try to use some of the same rhymes so you get an feel for the genre and style.

Step 4.
Make shore your chorus turns out really strong. This is the part where you’re going to hook the listener and make them want to hear your song over and over again. Most of the information in the song often comes in the verse. The job for the chorus, is to make the song stick to the listeners brain. Therefor,use a lot of repetition in the chorus, and Words that ”sounds” good.

Step 5.
Let the lyrics rest for a couple of days. Then read it again With ”fresh eyes” and make the changes you now see needs to be done. Let also someone else read it, and hear what they think about it.

Step 6.
Now it’s time to get your lyrics placed. If you are an artist yourself, you need to make a demo recording. If you're not and don't know any artist you may want to contact a publisher. They will help you find an artist to record your song Not shore what a publisher do, or how to find one? Click here to learn more about that topic.

Now, good luck writing rap lyrics:-) Tor

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