The Professional Songwriting Guide

Regardless of where you are on your songwriting journey, 10,000 Songs Later aims to help guide you along the path in some capacity. For those who have just started writing songs, The Beginners Guide gives you insight on where to start, how to flow, how to rhyme, and how to structure a song. For those who have been writing songs consistently for a year or two, The Intermediate Guide gives you insight on advanced flows, rhyme schemes, and structures; as well as insights into beats, releasing music, and recording. For those who have been writing songs for a few years, The Professional Guide brings everything together and gives tips on standing out, finding your sound, maximizing your creativity, and recording professional vocals. Whether you started writing songs yesterday, or 3 years ago, 10,000 Songs Later will provide you with the tools, tips, and techniques you need to take your songwriting to the next level. Songwriting is a never ending journey with many obstacles, bridges, and confusing paths. This book may help you navigate some of these, but remember to stay focused on your true goal, and don't let anyone else stand in the way. Try everything, and turn over every stone. Keep writing until it's second nature. And don't forget to be YOURSELF. Work hard, but don't force it.

Carter Cook