Editing guides
Follow the recommendations to create the perfect lyrics and start learning with music.
Transcript
1. Listen to the lyrics of the song
Before making any changes, listen carefully to the lyrics of an official source.
2. Write full lyrics
Transcribe all parts spoken or sung by the artist.
Include every phrase repeated in your transcript and avoid using numeric multipliers.
Michael Jackson - Billie Jean
Incorrect
She says I am the one
You know what you did, (she says he is my son) breaking my heart babe
She says I am the one
Billie Jean is not my lover (X4)
Correct
She says I am the one
You know what you did, (she says he is my son) breaking my heart babe
She says I am the one
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
Add the extra lyrics to live songs.
3. Write only the main letter
Don't insert phrases like: 'oh, oh, uh-uh, lalala' unless it's an important part of understanding the song.
Ariana Grande - 7 rings
Incorrect
I want it, I got it, I want it, I got it (yeah)
I want it, I got it, I want it, I got it (oh yeah, yeah)
You like my hair? Gee, thanks, just bought it
I see it, I like it, I want it, I got it (yeah)
Correct
I want it, I got it, I want it, I got it
I want it, I got it, I want it, I got it
You like my hair? Gee, thanks, just bought it
I see it, I like it, I want it, I got it
4. Don't Add Labels
Don't add words like: verse, choirs, instrumental; prevent the lyrics from having the title or name of the artist.
Adele - Hello
Incorrect
[Verse 1]
Hello, it´s me
I was wondering if after all these years you´d like to meet
To go over everything
They say that time´s supposed to heal ya, but I ain´t done much healing
[Pre-Chorus]
There´s such a difference between us
And a million miles
Correct
Hello, it´s me
I was wondering if after all these years you´d like to meet
To go over everything
They say that time´s supposed to heal ya, but I ain´t done much healing
There´s such a difference between us
And a million miles
5. Transcribe the letter in its original language and do not include romanization
Transcribe the original lyrics so you can properly practice your favorite song.
BLACKPINK - How You Like That
Incorrect
BLACKPINK in your area
Boran deusi muneojyeosseo
Badageul ttulko jeo jihakkaji
Ot kkeutjarak japgetdago
Jeo nopi du soneul ppeodeobwado
Correct
BLACKPINK in your area
보란 듯이 무너졌어
바닥을 뚫고 저 지하까지
옷 끝자락 잡겠다고
저 높이 두 손을 뻗어봐도
English