91 | Song Lyrics or Melody First? 5 Ways to Start Writing a Song

Do song lyrics come first — or does the melody lead the way? The truth is, songs don’t begin in just one way. In this episode, I walk you through five common “doorways” into songwriting — simple, human starting points that can help you move past the frozen feeling of “Where do I start?” We explore how songs can begin through lyrics, melody, rhythm, harmony, or listening to what’s already stirring beneath the surface — and how finding your doorway can make songwriting feel more natural and less intimidating. If you’ve been searching for a simple way to start writing songs, this episode offers a clear framework you can return to again and again — without pressure, rules, or overthinking. <3 Lainey P.S. You're Invited to Join Me for a FREE Live Songwriting Workshop -->  🎶 Free Live Songwriting Workshop Learn how to turn your ideas into songs in this FREE workshop with Lainey Tuesday, February 17th 10AM PST / 11AM MST / 12PM CT / 1PM EST Live on Zoom Register at singersongwriterworkshop.com