Episode

The 7 Deadly Sins of Songwriting | Avoid These Now

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SongTown on Songwriting | Mastering the Art of Great Songs

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Mar 23, 2026

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Summary

What are the biggest mistakes songwriters make that can hurt both their songs and their careers? In this SongTown lesson, Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down the 7 deadly sins of songwriting—from gossip and blame to preachy lyrics, emotional untruth, and turning opinions into facts. If you want to write better songs, build better co-writes, and grow as a songwriter, this one is for you.