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    Is it okay to listen to music while songwriting?
    Halle Payne
    Halle Payne
    Singer/Songwriter
    Halle Payne has been writing songs since the age of eight. She has written hundreds of songs for guitar and piano, some of which are recorded and available on her Soundcloud or Youtube channel. Most recently, Halle was a part of a 15-person collaboration in Stockholm, Sweden, called the Skål Sisters.
    Halle Payne
    Singer/Songwriter
    Expert Answer
    No. In general, I try not to listen to other music at least 2-3 hours before I sit down to compose. If I come into a session right after listening to another song, it can be difficult to get those melodies out of my head.
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    What combination of piano notes should I use for a sad song?
    KATHRYN ROECK
    KATHRYN ROECK
    Community Answer
    To create a sad mood, you should primarily use minor chords, as their characteristic sound often evokes melancholic feelings. For instance, Beethoven's "Moonlight Sonata" effectively uses a minor key to convey deep emotion.
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    Would there be any difference with writing a sad song to use in Vocaloid?
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    Community Answer
    You may write whatever you want - just make sure the music is suitable for the voicebank you want to use.
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    What types of words can make someone feel sad?
    Linnie
    Linnie
    Top Answerer
    Using lyrics about sad experiences or situations are good bases for sad songs. Try making the song relatable or understandable without going into too much specific detail. No specific words make the listeners sad; instead, it's the story that the song tells.
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    What should I write about if I have never had any sad moments in my life?
    Kameko Is Werid
    Kameko Is Werid
    Community Answer
    You can write about something that happened to someone else that was sad or you can write a song about a problem in real life.
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    Can heavy metal music convey sadness?
    Melanie_Martinez_555
    Melanie_Martinez_555
    Community Answer
    Yes, heavy metal music can certainly be sad, often conveying profound emotions through its lyrics and musical themes. You can find this particularly in subgenres like death/doom, which are known for their melancholic and somber atmospheres.
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    What can I do if I can't play an instrument?
    RandoFactWiz
    RandoFactWiz
    Top Answerer
    Ask friends who play to help, or find people interested by posting about a jam session. Alternatively, use apps like Garageband to create music with virtual instruments and loops.
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