Nothing will stifle the creative process more than premature analysis and over-thinking. When initially creating by yourself or with others, remove the boundaries, use ‘placement’ lyrics, be unconventional, be willing to pursue any idea.

Nothing will stifle the creative process more than premature analysis and over-thinking. When initially creating by yourself or with others, remove the boundaries, use ‘placement’ lyrics, be unconventional, be willing to pursue any idea.
Prior to a recent songwriters retreat I taught at, I took some time to synthesize every helpful piece of songwriting advice I've heard, read, and believed to be helpful.