Do you write for yourself or your fans? If you pander to your audience or try to make music that will please everyone, you’ll end up with a steaming pile of not-so-good. But if you only write for yourself, you risk the chance of alienating your audience. The key? Be your true authentic self and write from your point of view, but consider how your experiences may touch on broader themes to which many can relate.
- Once you decide to share your music, you must accept that people will relate to your songs in ways you never intended.
- Removing your specific point of view will make your music bland.
- Create value by creating something that others can relate to while keeping it rooted in your personal experience.
- Work on your craft, and you’ll get better at recognizing when you’re leaning too far one way or the other.
Over time, this approach will help you develop your voice. As you grow as an artist and songwriter, you’ll learn to weave personal tales that leave entire audiences feeling like you were speaking directly to their individual experiences.
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