Page 50 - Song Maps - A New System to Write Your Best Lyrics - Simon Hawkins

Also, in researching this book, I've trawled through thousands of songs written across all the main genres of lyric-driven songs. I'll therefore include examples of each Map being used in some of the most successful hit songs of all time in these genres.
I would suggest, when listening to the commercial examples, you find a quiet place to listen on your own, close the door put your headphones on and enjoy the ride because there are some spectacular songs referenced here that will both inspire and move you.
The draft lyrics I have written for the purposes of illustrating the Maps here are basic lyrics aimed at illustrating the respective Map, rather than crafting a Grammy winner.
As I said earlier the big difference between using Song Maps and a simple lyric sketch is that, rather than leaving the direction of your lyric to chance, with Song Maps you write using predefined, tried and tested successful templates to develop the title, ensuring effective lyric development and providing you with a solid payoff.
Let's now look at the seven universal Song Maps.