{"podcast":{"title":"Singer Songwriter | How to Write a Song, Make Music, Song Lyrics, Music Theory, Singing Lessons","slug":"singer-songwriter-how-to-write-a-song-make-music-song-lyrics-music-theory-singing-lessons-6914560","podcast_index_feed_id":6914560,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/reawakenyourvoice/feed.xml","website_url":"https://reawakenyourvoice.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/18137496/Singer_Songwriter_Podcast_Cover_Art9ffo8.png","author":"Lainey Prendeville Crawford - Vocal Coach, Singer, Songwriter, Songwriting Coach","episode_count":117,"summary":"*** 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 — forme…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-22T02:18:23.339854+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/singer-songwriter-how-to-write-a-song-make-music-song-lyrics-music-theory-singing-lessons-6914560"},"episode":{"title":"115 | The Hardest Part of the Songwriting Process: Choosing What Belongs","slug":"115-the-hardest-part-of-the-songwriting-process-choosing-what-belongs","published_at":"2026-07-14T11:05:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/singer-songwriter-how-to-write-a-song-make-music-song-lyrics-music-theory-singing-lessons-6914560/115-the-hardest-part-of-the-songwriting-process-choosing-what-belongs","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/singer-songwriter-how-to-write-a-song-make-music-song-lyrics-music-theory-singing-lessons-6914560","url":"https://reawakenyourvoice.podbean.com/e/choosing/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/tjub75fsn98jbjzi/115_The_Hardest_Part_of_the_Songwriting_Process_Choosing_What_Belongs81cng.mp3","summary":"Have you ever held onto a lyric, melody, or song idea simply because you've lived with it for so long? 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In this episode, we'll explore: the songwriting process beyond first drafts editing and revising song lyrics how to know what belongs in a song creative discernment and artistic choices telling the truth through songwriting letting go of lyrics that no longer serve the song trusting your creative instincts why honesty leads to stronger songs embracing revision as part of the creative process Next Steps: Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email Me: hello@reawakenyourvoice.com","meta_description":"Have you ever held onto a lyric, melody, or song idea simply because you've lived with it for so long? 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