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metaphors?
alright so i really am interesting in writing songs; i have but their all these wine-y songs.
i would really like to write metaphors in my songs
like example how fall out boy does it;;;like maybe one of their songs because their such an inspiration to me.
does anyone know how to write a song like them;;or to get my creativness flowing?
thank you! :]
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Try thinking of a feeling, and once you have that feeling clear in your head, brainstorm a word that reminds you of that feeling. Then, you can make a chart (or just make a pretend chart in your head) that compares the qualities of that object and the qualities of that feeling. When you have to write something factual, reconsider what you are trying to say and see if you can add a metaphor to it, or even a simile. For example, in a song by fall out boy, the way a girl touches the author is compared to the "way your make-up stains my pillowcase". Think of an effect that a feeling/object/person has, and then think of something else with a similar effect. It's all about finding objects/feelings/ anythings that have similar characteristics to them.
To get creativity flowing, it often helps to just be relaxed or in the mood, or to have something clear in your mind (ei, a feeling, or a specific moment in time, or both). Don't be afraid to just write something completely random, and don't worry if the words don't make sense at first. Remember that it's not just the words and how they make sense that's important, but how, when combined together, they make you feel.
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Metaphors, imagery, and whatnot have never been difficult concepts for me to put into my own songs, so I'm not quite sure what to tell you as far as coming up with them. I can give you some tips on where to get inspiration for songs, though.
Look for interesting words. Sometimes, I can right an entire song based on finding just one unique word with a meaning that I like.
Read a book or watch a movie/tv show, and look for themes or events that might inspire you to write. I've done this several times, and so have different bands. Reading will also expand your vocabulary, which will help you to write more indepth songs.
Listen to other music for inspiration. I'm not saying steal someone else's music, I'm saying just listen to it, and sometimes it will inspire you to write something of your own. I went through a phase where I couldn't write anything unless I had Bright Eyes playing in the background.
I'm not sure if this applies to you or not, but I know that for me, I'm usually creative really late at night, so keep a notebook by your bed so that if you wake up with an idea, or are just staying up late, you have something handy to write it down so that you won't forget it.
And obviously, the best place to get inspiration from is your own emotions and experiences. Write what you know. Write what you feel. That's always worked the best for me.
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1.Open a dictionary and read about metaphorical meanings of the words. Every word ahs its metaphorical meaning.
2. Make this exercise every day: compare everything with everything.
3. When you write your song try to use these comparisons.
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