Let's take a look at the lyrics of Midnight FM: If you've been paying attention to lyrics, you've probably already come across examples of lyrics which just don't seem to work, or aren't saying anything that connects emotionally. Overused phrases (like ones involving 'heart' and 'apart' in a couplet, or 'together' and 'forever') are easily spotted, but boring analogies and similes are also in this category. It's best to avoid them if you want your song to feel more vibrant, alive and authentic. Pictured here: scribbles and notes from The BeetlesĬlichés by definition are overused phrases in practice, they're forgettable at best and stale at worst.
