Legendary Writer Don McLean / The Importance of Your Opening Line

from SongTown on Songwriting | Mastering the Art of Great Songs · host Randall Harris, John Kennedy, Marty Dodson, Clay Mills, Don McLean

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Marty talks with legendary singer/songwriter Don McLean (American Pie). Don shares some great legal advice that all songwriters should consider as well as how finding the emotion of a song can have more impact than perfect lyrics. PLUS Marty talks about how an opening line can make or break your song.

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