Behind the Scenes: How I Create a Song – From Lyrics to Production
Every song has its own journey. What you hear in the final track is the result of countless hours of brainstorming, experimenting, and fine-tuning. At Amartya V Records, I believe music is not just about sound—it’s about emotion, storytelling, and connection. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how I create a song, from the very first spark of inspiration to the final mastered track.
✍️ Step 1: Finding Inspiration & Writing Lyrics
It all begins with an idea—a memory, a feeling, or even a random moment in life. Sometimes, a single line or melody pops into my head, and I build the entire song around it. Other times, I start with a theme I want to express, like love, hope, or self-discovery. The lyrics are my way of putting emotions into words, and I keep refining until they feel raw and honest.
🎸 Step 2: Composing the Melody
Once the lyrics take shape, I move to the melody. I experiment on the guitar or keyboard, trying out different chord progressions that match the mood of the words. This is where the heart of the song is born—where words and music begin to flow together.
🎧 Step 3: Building the Arrangement
After the foundation is set, I work on the arrangement. Do I want the song to feel intimate with just vocals and guitar? Or should it have a full-band energy with drums, bass, and layers of synths? This stage is like painting—I add textures, rhythms, and layers that bring depth to the track.
🎤 Step 4: Recording the Vocals
The vocals are the soul of the song. In the studio, I focus on delivering each line with emotion, because it’s not just about singing the words—it’s about making the listener feel them. Sometimes this means recording multiple takes until the right one clicks.
🎚️ Step 5: Production & Mixing
Here’s where the magic happens. With production, I polish every detail—balancing the instruments, adjusting levels, and adding effects to create a cohesive sound. Mixing ensures that nothing overpowers the other, and every beat, strum, and note shines through.
🔊 Step 6: Mastering the Track
The final step is mastering, where the song is fine-tuned for all platforms—so whether you’re listening on headphones, in your car, or through speakers, the sound feels powerful and professional.
🌟 Sharing the Song with the World
Once everything is ready, the song is released and shared with you—the listeners. That’s the most exciting and nerve-wracking part. A song that once lived only in my mind now has the power to touch hearts across the world.
Creating a song is a journey of patience, passion, and creativity. Each track tells its own story, and with every release, I learn and grow as an artist. I can’t wait for you to hear what’s coming next! 🎶