Some things that will help, but are not required:
The gift of songwriting. Obviously, if you are gifted in this way, it cant hurt.Some people are born skilled writers. It comes to them like breathing. Others want to write so bad it's killing them, but they can't come up with anything that moves people.Most of us are somewhere in between . . . pretty good writers who could benefit from studying the craft of songwriting.Some creative bent. "Most people see the sun go down. I see the mountain rise up." ~ Ray HughesA good understanding of poetry writing.Ability to sing or play an instrument.Collaborating with other writers.Microcassette recorder.Roland Electronics - Songwriters Scratchpad®."I have forgotten more songs than I've written."Things that are not required, PERIOD:
Virtuoso ability on an instrument.A great singing voice.Music Theory. (Some of the greatest songs that are being sung around the world today were birthed in the hearts of people who know nothing about music.)Some things that ARE required:
An intimate and vital relationship with Jesus Christ.A sensitive spirit.Patience. (Sometimes you block or hit snags. Work through them.)A paying job.
