Do one tiny act of songwriting every day for 100 days in a row.
The smaller the better. You can always get extra credit by doing more. Lyrics (sung or spoken), instrumentals, and beats are all fair game. Some people upload audio snippets of their work, other people type up lyrics, take a photo, or post a link from Youtube or Soundcloud.
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How to Get Started
Step 1. Create your own rule: Try to be realistic, something you can commit to for 100 Days. Make adjustments if what you're doing is not sustainable. A creative habit should be able to fit into anyone's life no matter how busy it is. Here are some example from our members:
- Twenty minutes of any songwriting activity a day (activities include: lyrics, melody, chords, beats, free-writing, titles).
- 5 minutes of songwriting a day (same as above)
- Four bars of instrumental a day.
- Two lines of lyric.
- Finish one song every ten days.
- Finish a song before starting a new one.
- Use the 100 Days to work through a songwriting book or online course.
Step 2. Share your rule with the group. Learn in front of others. If we all do this we will learn from each other.
Some of the most valuable learning happens in groups where we get to see in live action other peoples process. You never know who you will learn from and who will teach. Show your work!
Step 3. Post your daily work: Inside our private community you are invited to post audio snippets (mp3, m4a), Youtube links, photos, or text of your works in progress. If you didn't produce anything tangible, that's okay. If it's ugly and messy that's okay. The less polished the more it gives others permission to do the same. Remember it's about creating a habit, not impressing others.
Step 4. Encourage others. Inside our private network we aim to create a safe space for anyone to share no matter what genre or experience level they are at.
It is important to separate the creator from the editor. Both are vital parts of songwriting, but they don't mix well.
That's it!
Happy songwriting, I'll be doing my own 100 days right a long side you!
100 Days of Songwriting is a motivational and inspirational community that helps songwriters get into the habit of writing.