Welcome to Episode 11 of Write Me A Song: A Songwriting Podcast with Edward Randell and Olivia Rafferty!

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🎵 Episode 11: Write Me A Non-Rhyming Song

This week Edward challenges Olivia to write a song that doesn’t rhyme.

Listen to the episode to see how she gets on.

🎹 Songwriting Homework #11

This week, we want you to write a song with no rhymes!

Here’s your homework:

Write a song with no rhymes!

Try to fit the words and melody together so they fit each other in terms of syllabic stresses.

Use repetition and rhythm to create a sense of ‘coming home’ for the listener, instead of rhyme.

Often non-rhyming songs can be confessional, or mimic the rhythms of speech. Consider this when writing!

Record a demo and send it in!

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📚 Episode References

Mentions from today’s episode:

🎟️ Tickets for our LIVE SHOW in London on 13th Nov!

America by Simon & Garfunkel

Hand in my Pocket by Alanis Morrisette

Hyperballad by Björk

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