# 3 Chords Every REAL Songwriter Should Know

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Podcast: [SongTown on Songwriting | Mastering the Art of Great Songs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/songtown-on-songwriting-mastering-the-art-of-great-songs-2542796)
Published: 2026-05-11T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Want your songs to sound more interesting with just a few simple chord moves? In this SongTown songwriting lesson, Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down 3 chords every real songwriter should know — including songwriter chords, slash chords, and 6 chords that can help your songs stand out.

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