"Writing Songs for the Digital Age: How ChatGPT Can Help You Go Viral" - A helpful guide generated by ChatGPT with my comments and approval

As the title indicated, yes, this is an article mostly generated by ChatGPT as well as my comments, editing, and approval as a human. I believe all efforts from technology should serve to help others in need, so that’s the principle I follow to create this article.  The content is an example of how ChatGPT generated ideas to help a musician's career.

 

Although ChatGPT can give you great answers to various kinds of questions almost instantly, it would be up to the human writer to make sure to ask great questions - specific questions that truly help. So I would say in this era of writing articles with AI, the ability we need to develop is to ask great questions that would truly bring well-being to others and organize the answers with human input to turn that into something useful. 

 

For example, in this article, ChatGPT first gave me some general directions and then I asked it to generate specific examples of different points it provided so that it becomes something that the reader can benefit from. I am aware that I can dig deeper into different topics but that would make the article too long. At least it gives you a variety of points for a musician to consider in their music career, hope you enjoy the article and find it useful. You will also find some of my comments below. 

 

Let’s begin! 

 

In today's digital age, it's more important than ever for musicians to create content that resonates with online audiences. With so many social media platforms and digital streaming services, musicians need to optimize their content for maximum exposure and engagement. In this article, we'll explore how ChatGPT can help musicians write lyrics that are optimized for social media and other digital platforms.

 

1. Keyword Research: One of the most important aspects of writing lyrics for the digital age is conducting keyword research. This involves identifying the most popular search terms and phrases related to your topic and incorporating them into your lyrics. 

For example, if you're writing a song about love, you might include keywords such as "heartbreak," "romance," and "longing." By including these keywords, you increase the chances that your content will appear in search results and reach a wider audience.
 

Here are some detailed steps on how a person can find the right keywords for their songs using keyword research:

 

  1. Identify the theme or topic of your song: The first step in conducting keyword research is to identify the main theme or topic of your song. This will help you generate a list of relevant keywords to include in your lyrics. For example, if you're writing a song about love, your main theme might be "romantic love" or “heartbreak.”
     
  2. Use a keyword research tool: There are several keyword research tools available online, such as Google Keyword Planner, Ahrefs, and SEMrush. These tools allow you to enter a keyword or phrase and see how often it is searched for on search engines like Google. They also provide suggestions for related keywords and phrases that you might not have considered.
     
  3. Analyze search volume and competition: Once you have generated a list of potential keywords, it's important to analyze their search volume and competition. Search volume refers to how many times a keyword or phrase is searched for on search engines each month, while competition refers to how difficult it is to rank for that keyword or phrase. Ideally, you want to choose keywords with high search volume and low competition.
     
  4. Consider long-tail keywords: Long-tail keywords are phrases that consist of three or more words and are more specific than general keywords. They can be a good option for musicians who are trying to target a specific niche or audience. For example, instead of using the general keyword "love," you might use a long-tail keyword such as "love songs for weddings" or "breakup songs for teenagers."

    (My comment: this is important, nowadays we need to make our topic specific, not too wide or too general)
     
  5. Incorporate keywords naturally: Once you have identified your keywords, it's important to incorporate them into your lyrics in a way that feels natural and organic. Avoid stuffing your lyrics with keywords or using them in a way that feels forced or awkward. Instead, try to use them in a way that adds value to your content and enhances the overall message of your song.

     

By following these steps, musicians can find the right keywords for their songs and optimize their lyrics for search engines and other digital platforms. This can increase the chances of their content being discovered and shared, ultimately helping them reach a wider audience and achieve viral success.

 

2. Algorithmic Trends: Another key factor in writing lyrics for the digital age is understanding algorithmic trends. Social media platforms and streaming services use algorithms to determine which content appears in users' feeds and recommendations. By writing lyrics that align with these trends, you increase the chances that your content will be seen by more people. For example, if you're writing a song for TikTok, you might want to include elements such as a catchy hook, a danceable beat, or a memorable chorus that can be used in user-generated content.

 

Here are some detailed steps on how a person can find the right algorithmic trends for their songs in different streaming platforms, and how they can understand the right catchy hooks for TikTok and create them:

 

  1. Understand the algorithms of different platforms: To create songs that are optimized for different streaming platforms, it's important to understand the algorithms that they use to surface and recommend content. For example, platforms like Spotify and Apple Music use algorithms that take into account factors like listening history, user behavior, and playlist activity to suggest songs to listeners. On the other hand, TikTok's algorithm is based on user engagement, with videos that generate more likes, comments, and shares being more likely to go viral.

    (My comment: we tend to think as long as I put content on these popular platforms, they should generate sales magically. But in reality, these platforms are also tools that we need to learn how they work before we feed them with our content, or how can they work for us?)
     
  2. Monitor and analyze trends: To stay ahead of the curve and create songs that are aligned with current algorithmic trends, it's important to monitor and analyze what's popular on different platforms. This can include keeping track of popular playlists, monitoring social media trends, and analyzing viral TikTok videos to identify common themes and trends. Tools like Chartmetric and Next Big Sound can also be useful for tracking trends and identifying up-and-coming artists and songs.
     
  3. Create catchy hooks: To create songs that are optimized for TikTok, it's important to create catchy hooks that are memorable and easy to replicate. This can include using repetitive phrases, creating simple melodies, and incorporating elements like clapping or foot stomping to encourage user participation. It's also important to consider the length of your song, as shorter songs are often more likely to go viral on TikTok. 
    (My comment: this can be an important thing to consider)
     
  4. Test and refine your content: Once you have created your song and catchy hook, it's important to test and refine your content to ensure that it resonates with your audience and performs well on different platforms. This can include testing different versions of your song, experimenting with different hashtags and captions on TikTok, and soliciting feedback from your audience to see what's working and what's not.
     

By following these steps, musicians can find the right algorithmic trends for their songs on different streaming platforms and create catchy hooks for TikTok and other social media platforms. This can increase the chances of their content being discovered and shared, ultimately helping them reach a wider audience and achieve viral success.

 

3. Language that Resonates with Online Audiences: Finally, it's important to use language that resonates with online audiences. This means writing lyrics that are relatable, emotive, and authentic. For example, if you're writing a song about mental health, you might want to use language that is sensitive and empathetic, such as "I know you're hurting, but you're not alone," or "It's okay to not be okay." By using language that speaks to people's experiences and emotions, you create a connection with your audience and increase the chances that your content will be shared and engaged with.

 

Here are some detailed steps on how a person can find the right language that resonates with online audiences and ensure they have chosen the right language:

 

  1. Define your target audience: The first step in finding the right language is to define your target audience. Who are you trying to reach with your music? What are their demographics, interests, and behaviors?

    (My comment: In my experience, artists tend to create artwork first then realize it’s so difficult to sell, rather than considering who their talents serve, and what problems their talents can help solve for certain groups of people and then create artworks, so defining target audiences is something we shouldn’t overlook.)

     
  2. Research popular content in your niche: Once you have defined your target audience, start researching popular content in your niche. Look for common themes, language, and tone that seem to be resonating with audiences.

     
  3. Study social media trends: Social media is a great place to study language and tone that resonates with online audiences. Spend time on popular social media platforms, such as Twitter and Instagram, to see what language and tone are being used in your niche.

    (My comment: somehow, artists may be shy people, and really hate to deal with people and focus on only art. I would suggest don’t differentiate art from communicating with people. They are all communication forms, and dealing with people should be our foundation in our life as human beings, and then elevate the communication with artworks, rather than turn them into oppositions causing you don’t want to use social media.)

     
  4. Conduct surveys and focus groups: Another way to ensure you have chosen the right language is to conduct surveys and focus groups with your target audience. Ask them what language and tone resonate with them, and use this feedback to refine your approach.

     
  5. Use ChatGPT for language suggestions: Finally, use ChatGPT to generate language suggestions and refine your lyrics. ChatGPT can analyze large amounts of data and provide insights into the language and tone that resonate with online audiences.

    For example, let's say you are a musician trying to write a song about mental health. By researching popular content in your niche and studying social media trends, you might discover that audiences respond well to songs that are empowering and use positive language. You could then conduct surveys and focus groups to gather feedback from your target audience, and use ChatGPT to refine your lyrics and ensure you are using language that resonates with online audiences.

 

Overall, finding the right language that resonates with online audiences requires a combination of research, feedback, and data analysis. By following these steps and using tools like ChatGPT, musicians can increase their chances of creating content that resonates with audiences and goes viral.

 

Examples of popular keywords and phrases that can be incorporated into lyrics for social media platforms include:

  • Love
  • Heartbreak
  • Breakup
  • Summer
  • Party
  • Dance
  • Chill
  • Memories
  • Happiness
  • Sadness
  • Self-care
  • Mental health
  • Growth
  • Empowerment
  • Inspirational
     

In summary, by using ChatGPT to write lyrics that are optimized for social media and other digital platforms, musicians can increase their chances of reaching a wider audience and achieving viral success. By conducting keyword research, understanding algorithmic trends, and using language that resonates with online audiences, musicians can create content that is engaging, authentic, and shareable.

 

Here is also a video showcasing my use of ChatGPT to instantly come up with lyrics and then completed a draft song idea: 

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