To get started, write down the following and then extract the best parts.
Determine Subject and Audience: Who is the intended audience and what do you know about them?
What Story are you Trying to Tell?:What is the story and what emotion do you want to evoke?
Start Writing Down Words Relative the Subject and Story
Utilizing a technique call "Free Association" simply start writing down or typing words you think about for the subject of your song.
Categorize Content: Next, breakdown your thoughts into categories, events, or certain words or thoughts that "must" be in the song and put them in an order that tells your story.
Start Formulating Sentences: Next start formulating sentences and use the tips below to put it all together. Then try to rhyme the words to a meter (time). You can get a metronome app or something that keeps time, or you can even tap on a surface. While tapping or listening, read it out loud. Does it fit with the rhythm? If so, you are off to a good start. If not, no need to worry.
