When a musician takes on a new song, they’re taking on a journey. A million mouse clicks. (Often) thousands of dollars. And most importantly, up to hundreds of hours of work. So why do we so often write songs to be a “hit?” And then why are we surprised when we burn out chasing hit songs?
Let’s talk about passion. What animates the artist. And why hits can be unexpected. They’re lightning in a bottle. Go ride that lightning.
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In order to have that inspiration. That’s heat, that’s hard. It’s funny, it’s fun. Tapping into that moment. Perception windows. Full on modern. So instantly memorable. Implacable magic. Enough to get it. That precipice, the edge. Does have something to it. That initial energy that initial burst. Color around it. Token anticipation. Good luck. Areas of gravity. That’s another, just, means to make it matter. Continuing on, that kind of energy. Also repetition. Step into shoes. Alternative percussion. Alternative broadcast. Coming in and out to highlight. Just smile a little bit, from the song. That mentality shift. Even if it’s goofy. Inspired when inspired by the song itself. For an unknown reason. Tempo fluctuations. Trust that gut, and then develop that gut, by doing it over and over and over and over again. Enjoy the show. The emotional frame. 🥕🥒
Editor's note: According to lore, Paul McCartney recorded chewing carrots and celery on The Beach Boys' ‘Vegatables’ for the album Smiley Smile at Brian Wilson's behest.
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