1. Who Am I Melissa MyattI am singer-songwriter. For 13 years now, I have been acitizen of the Songwriting world. And today I am ready to sharewhat I have learned and utilized with you.

2. Songwriting 1.1Songwriting is In todays lesson we will bediscussing song structure, form andcontent two essentials tosongwriting.poetry withFor our song example, we will beusing, I Wish written andrhythm, performed by one of the mostlegendary Singer-Songwriters of alltime, Stevie Wonder.melodies,and harmonies 3. Song Structure & Form A songs structure and form usually includes the following:- Verse- Chorus- Pre-Chorus (Optional)- Bridge (Optional) 4. Verse The Verse sets us the framework for the song The 1st verse sets up the story, and acts as an introduction The 2nd verse goes into further detail about the story, idea, or feeling previously expressed 5. Verse Example Verse 1:Looking back on when I Was a little nappy- headed boy Then my only worry Was for Christmas what would be my toy- In this first verse, Wonder sets up the storyline and idea forthe song. 6. Chorus The chorus summarizes the verse into an often short and brief phrase. The chorus is usually the catchiest part of the song. The chorus is often repeated throughout the song. It can also include the title of the song. 7. Chorus Example Chorus: I wish those days could Come back once more Why did those days ev- Er have to go - The song title is included in the chorus - It can be the most memorable part of the song 8. Optional AspectsPre Chorus BridgeCan be crucial to the naturalCan also be a crucial part offlow of a song when present. the song when presentThe glue that puts the pieces Tells another portion of thetogetherstory, idea, concept, or feelingCreates a build-up, a slight Summarizes what has alreadyclimax been expressedPoses a question; the chorus Acts as the breather/restfollow-ups by answering theportion of the songquestion 9. Pre- Chorus ExamplePre- Chorus:Trying your best to bring theWater to your eyesThinking it my stop herFrom whooping yo behind - In this pre-chorus, the story is built up and aconclusion is arriving. 10. Song Content When writing a song, you can include the following content:- Relatable/Abstract Idea- Storytelling- Figurative Language 11. Relatable/Abstract Idea All songs, be it mainstream or underground, can relate to someone somewhere on this planet. A songwriter is able to convey a common or familiar idea, feeling, or concept that their audience encounters everyday. - Using emotions and experiences - Using social/political issues - Using funny situations in life 12. Relatable/Abstract IdeaExample Verse 1: Looking back on when I Was a little nappy- headed boy Then my only worry Was for Christmas what would be my toy- In this verse, Wonder describes a childhood moment andthe feeling he had during the moment 13. Storytelling Using storytelling to write a song is a clear and fun way to get your idea across. Some songwriters use conversational speech, while others may choose to be more poetic in their speech. In your storytelling: - Explain your feeling, idea, or concept - Talk about your experience 14. Storytelling Example Verse 1:Looking back on when I Was a little nappy- headed boy Then my only worry Was for Christmas what would be my toy- In this verse, Wonder also vividly describes the childhood moment from the way he looked, the feeling he had, and the season in which thememory took place 15. Figurative Language Songwriting can be used as a musical form of poetry. It often filled with elaborate descriptions of ordinary aspects of life -- songs should be filled with these types of descriptions as well. When using figurative language: - Use adjectives - Use metaphors and personification - Think of other ways to describe ordinary things, - Ex: It started to rain = The sky began to shed tears 16. Figurative LanguageExamplePre- Chorus: Trying your best to bring the Water to your eyes Thinking it my stop her From whooping yo behind - In the first two lines, Wonder uses a poetic way to convey a memory in whichhe was about to cry. - He does not simply say, he was about to cry; he phrases it in a way that adds avivid detail to the childhood memory. 17. Songwriting 1.1 We hope that with this lesson,you were able to grasp thebasics of SONGWRITING! 18. The Write WorldA Place Where The Right Way is The Creative Way!We thank you for watching!Please Tune In To The Next Write World Video! 19. Attributions Stevie Wonders I Wish :Slides 1, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, and 19) Album, Songs In The Key of Life Vol.1 Motown Records Stevie Wonder Photo (Slide 3) Google Images