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Singer Songwriter | How to Write a Song, Make Music, Song Lyrics, Music Theory, Singing Lessons

by Lainey Prendeville Crawford - Vocal Coach, Singer, Songwriter, Songwriting Coach

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  • 127 | Have Song Lyrics But No Melody? Try These 3 Simple Steps

    October 13, 2026 · 26 min

    Have song lyrics but no melody? You've written the words, but now you're wondering how to turn them into a song. Where do you begin? In this episode, I'll walk you through three simple songwriting steps to help you find a melody for your…

  • 126 | Start With the Music

    October 6, 2026 · 13 min

    What happens when you stop putting music at the bottom of the list and start with the music? As creatives, it’s easy to fill our time with the things that seem more important — work, family, responsibilities, planning, even thinking about…

  • 125 | 5 Places Singer Songwriters Get Stuck in the Songwriting Process

    September 22, 2026 · 22 min

    Have you ever wanted to write a song, but found yourself completely stuck? Maybe you don't know where to begin. Maybe you have too many ideas and don't know which one to follow. Maybe you've started a song but don't know how to develop it…

  • 124 | Re-Release: Song Lyrics or Melody First? 5 Ways to Start Writing a Song

    September 15, 2026 · 17 min

    Do song lyrics come first — or does the melody lead the way? The truth is, songs don’t begin in just one way. In this episode, I walk you through five common “doorways” into songwriting — simple, human starting points that can help you…

  • 123 | A Simple Ear Training Practice for Singer Songwriters

    September 8, 2026 · 21 min

    Your ear is one of your greatest tools as a singer-songwriter. In this episode, I'll show you a simple listening practice you can weave into your regular singing practice or vocal warm-up — starting with finding Do, stepping away from…

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  • 122 | Want to Write Songs? How to Start as a Beginner Songwriter

    September 1, 2026 · 24 min

    Want to write songs but don't know where to begin? You don't have to know music theory, play an instrument, or have years of songwriting experience before you can call yourself a songwriter. You can begin with what you have—and learn what…

  • 121 | How to Get Unstuck in Every Stage of the Songwriting Process

    August 25, 2026 · 28 min

    How do you get unstuck when you're writing a song? Feeling stuck doesn't always mean the same thing—and it doesn't always require the same solution. A songwriter who can't get started may need to develop their musical skills, while…

  • 120 | Press Record Anyway: How Recording Yourself Can Improve Your Singing

    August 18, 2026 · 27 min

    What if one of the simplest ways to improve your singing is to start pressing record? I practiced recording myself this week, and the experience gave me a valuable reality check about where I am as a singer and musician—and what I need to…

  • 119 | Why You Keep Putting Off Recording Your Songs

    August 11, 2026 · 26 min

    Why do you keep putting off recording your songs — even when the song is finished? You finally finish the lyrics. You make the revisions. You find the version of the song that feels true. And then, somehow, recording it becomes the thing…

  • 118 | Feeling Stuck Writing Songs? Find Your Place in the Songwriting Process

    August 4, 2026 · 19 min

    Have you ever wondered why songwriting feels effortless one day — and impossible the next? What if the problem isn't that you're creatively blocked, but that you're in a different stage of the songwriting process? In this episode, I'm…

  • 117 | The Secret To Vocal Confidence Isn't Having a Better Singing Voice

    July 28, 2026 · 20 min

    What if the secret to vocal confidence isn't having a better singing voice? So many singers believe confidence comes after they improve their technique, sound better, or finally feel "good enough." But what if confidence begins somewhere…

  • 116 | How Do You Know When a Song Is Finished?

    July 21, 2026 · 22 min

    How do you know when a song is actually finished? Not when it's perfect. Not when you've exhausted every possible revision. But when it's ready to let go. In this episode, we're exploring the final stage of the songwriting process…

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About the show

*** TOP 5% GLOBAL PODCAST *** Have you ever felt a song stirring inside you — but you’re not sure how to bring it to life? Do you dream of writing and singing your own music, but find yourself held back by doubt, perfectionism, or the fear that you’re “not good enough”? Maybe you’ve spent years studying, performing, or people-pleasing with your voice… or maybe you’ve never let yourself believe you could be a singer or a songwriter. And all the tutorials, drills, and music theory lessons? They just make the process feel more complicated — and less creative. If you’re ready to quiet the noise and reconnect with the song in your heart, I’m so glad you’re here. This podcast will help aspiring singer-songwriters like you: 🎵 find your authentic voice and unique sound 🎵 write and sing your own songs — even if you don’t know where to begin 🎵 simplify the creative process from inspiration to finished song 🎵 build confidence to share your music with the world Whether you dream of performing on stage, recording an album, or simply creating music that feels like you, this podcast will meet you where you are — and guide you toward becoming the artist you’re meant to be. Hey, I’m Lainey — former opera singer turned singer-songwriter and voice & creativity coach. This podcast was born from a time in my life when I had worked so hard to mold my voice into what I thought it was supposed to be that I lost my way as an artist… and stopped singing altogether. After years of trying to perfect my sound, I realized I didn’t want to perform other people’s music anymore. I wanted to sing my own. So I started writing songs — raw, imperfect, honest songs — and rediscovered the joy of creative freedom. Now, I help other aspiring singer-songwriters do the same. If you’re ready to: ✨ reconnect with your voice through creative, holistic practices ✨ learn simple, soulful ways to write your own songs ✨ let go of judgment and rediscover your love of singing Grab your notebook, pour a cup of tea, and let’s uncover the songs that have been waiting inside you. Let’s find your voice! <3 Lainey Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: hello@reawakenyourvoice.com