Today I want to discuss the use of 'artistic license' or 'artistic freedom' when it comes to writing your lyrics or altering the lyrics of others' creativity.
Sometimes when I find myself fishing for lyrical ideas from the inspiration pool, I come up empty or barely got a nibble. So to remedy this situation I would listen to one of my musical favorites readily available on my computer and choose a verse to rewrite into my own words. This way I am piggy-backing on the inspiration of others and soon find that my own creative juices begin to flow. Of course, if you publish the cover song using your infused lyrics, do NOT forget to acknowledge the original artist to be fair to them and to avoid legal action taken against you.
Whether you are borrowing from others for songwriting or any other genre, make sure to give credit where credit is due. You would expect the same respect afforded to you. If you listen above to one of my covers, you will hear one of my own verses either replacing one currently in the song or simply added to the mix. Take note that I also name the original artist in the title. Here is a link to an example (mine is the last verse) for those not ambitious enough to click elsewhere...
Ghost Riders on the Storm - Johnny Cash - Scott Douglas McDonald
With that said, let's get writing!!!
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