Let's Talk Song
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Songwriting Teacher Reacts: St. Vincent - Broken Man
Songwriting teacher Rafael Cano from Let’s Talk Song reacts to St. Vincent - Broken Man, the winner of this year's Grammy for Best Rock Song. Does it excel in harmony, melody, and lyrics, or do its riffs and production overshadow a more static and simple musical structure? Watch as I break down the songwriting, analyze the composition, and discuss what makes this track stand out-or fall short.
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Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Lady Gaga - Abracadabra
Просмотров 5 тыс.13 часов назад
Lady Gaga’s new single 'Abracadabra' is packed with hooks, exotic melodies, and unexpected twists. But is it genius or just playful chaos? In this reaction and analysis, I break down the songwriting, melody, and structure to uncover the magic behind the track. From Dorian melodies to hypnotic arpeggios, let’s dive deep into what makes this song so catchy. Let me know in the comments-what do YOU...
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Myles Smith - Stargazing
Просмотров 12120 часов назад
Today, we're diving into an analysis of Myles Smith's Stargazing. This song, released a few months ago, slipped under my radar, but I’m here to unpack its musical structure, chord progressions, melodies, and lyrics to uncover its hidden gems-and its potential weaknesses. Is the chorus the strongest hook? Does the intro melody foreshadow something bigger? And what songwriting lessons can we take...
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Papa Roach - Even If It Kills Me
Просмотров 220День назад
As a songwriting teacher, I’m always looking at what makes a song work, and WOW-this one delivers! From the intense vocal delivery to the massive chorus, Papa Roach brings the energy in Even If It Kills Me. In this reaction, I break down the songwriting, melody choices, and what makes this track hit so hard. 🔥 Did this song surprise you too? Drop a comment below! 🎵 Original Song: Papa Roach - E...
What Makes 'What’s Up' So Iconic? Songwriting Analysis
Просмотров 37114 дней назад
In this episode of Let’s Talk Song, I dive into a special request: analyzing the iconic song "What’s Up" by 4 Non Blondes. Suggested by NedimGuitar (shoutout to a friend of the channel and the songwriting course!), this all-time favorite is one I love but never deeply analyzed-until now. Join me as I break down the chords, melodies, lyrics, and structure, uncovering why Linda Perry’s songwritin...
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Mumford & Sons - Rushmere
Просмотров 55214 дней назад
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Mumford & Sons - Rushmere Join Rafael Cano from Let's Talk Song as he reacts to and analyzes Mumford & Sons' latest single, Rushmere, the title track from their upcoming album! 🎶 While the autotune stirs up mixed feelings, the song shines with creative melodic rhythms, clever tagline lyrics, and beautifully harmonized primary bridges. Whether you're a songwriter or a...
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Get Lost (Moana 2)
Просмотров 38921 день назад
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Get Lost (Moana 2) | Batshit Crazy Chords & Disney's Prosodic Masterpiece Disney has done it again! Join me, Rafael Cano from Let’s Talk Song, as I dive into Get Lost from Moana 2. From the batshit crazy chords that keep us on the edge of our seats to the prosodic brilliance that ties melody and lyrics together seamlessly-this song is Disney songwriting at its absolu...
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Ariana Grande - We Can’t Be Friends
Просмотров 48021 день назад
Join Rafael Cano from Let’s Talk Song as he dives into his first reaction to Ariana Grande’s "We Can’t Be Friends"! In this video, I break down the harmony, melody, and lyrics, exploring techniques like hiccup hooks in choruses, how to cleverly deceive your listeners' expectations, and the art of developing a simple two-chord progression into something brilliant. This video was requested by YOU...
Songwriting Teacher Reacts To Golden Globes Nominees 2025
Просмотров 140Месяц назад
Songwriting Teacher Reacts To Golden Globes Nominees 2025 Rafael Cano from Let’s Talk Song dives into the 2025 Golden Globes nominees for Best Original Song! In this reaction video, Rafael listens to and analyzes three standout tracks: 🎵 "Beautiful That Way" from The Last Showgirl - Music and lyrics by Miley Cyrus, Lykke Li, and Andrew Wyatt music.apple.com/de/album/beautiful-that-way/178569645...
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Beyoncé - Texas Hold’Em
Просмотров 197Месяц назад
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Beyoncé - Texas Hold’Em Join Rafael Cano from Let’s Talk Song as he dives into Beyoncé's Texas Hold’Em, a Grammy 2025 nominee for Song of the Year! 🎶 In this reaction and in-depth analysis, Rafael explores how Beyoncé masterfully blends traditional country roots with innovative R’n’B influences. From the use of a classic blues progression and the pentatonic scale to ...
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Sabrina Carpenter - Please, Please, Please
Просмотров 875Месяц назад
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Sabrina Carpenter - Please, Please, Please In this video, Rafael Cano from Let’s Talk Song dives into Sabrina Carpenter's emotional and beautifully crafted song, "Please, Please, Please," a strong contender for Song of the Year at the 2025 Grammys. We break down the brilliant songwriting techniques Sabrina employs, including:🎶 Subdominant bridge - How it builds tensi...
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Chappell Roan - Good Luck, Babe!
Просмотров 4,6 тыс.Месяц назад
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Chappell Roan - Good Luck, Babe! Welcome to another reaction and in-depth analysis on Let’s Talk Song! My name is Rafael Cano, and today I’m diving deep into this incredible track, Good Luck Babe! by Chappell Roan. With its Grammy 2025 nomination for Song of the Year, it’s clear this song is something special-and I totally get why! In this video, I’ll explore the har...
Songwriting Teacher Reacts To Mufasa Songs Pt. 2
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.Месяц назад
Songwriting Teacher Reacts To Mufasa Songs Pt. 2 In this video, I, Rafael Cano from Let’s Talk Song, react to and analyze 3 out of 7 original songs by the songwriting genius Lin-Manuel Miranda for Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King: We Go Together, Tell Me It’s You, and Brother Betrayed. As a songwriting teacher, I dive into the harmony, melody, and lyrics, exploring how Lin-Manuel Miranda’s unique...
Songwriting Teacher Reacts To Mufasa Songs
Просмотров 6 тыс.Месяц назад
Songwriting Teacher Reacts To Mufasa Songs In this video, I, Rafael Cano from Let’s Talk Song, react to and analyze 4 out of 7 original songs by the songwriting genius Lin-Manuel Miranda for Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King: Ngomso, Milele, I Always Wanted A Brother, and Bye Bye. As a songwriting teacher, I dive into the harmony, melody, and lyrics, exploring how Lin-Manuel Miranda’s unique style...
Can “Birds of a Feather” Soar to a GRAMMY?
Просмотров 421Месяц назад
Can “Birds of a Feather” Soar to a GRAMMY?
Is „Tipsy“ A Serious GRAMMY Contestant?
Просмотров 1472 месяца назад
Is „Tipsy“ A Serious GRAMMY Contestant?
Guitar Tutorial: How To Play „This Too Shall Pass“
Просмотров 1292 месяца назад
Guitar Tutorial: How To Play „This Too Shall Pass“
Songwriters’ Round: 42 Gear Street Six Edition
Просмотров 722 месяца назад
Songwriters’ Round: 42 Gear Street Six Edition
How Robbie Williams' Forbidden Road Blends Folk Pop and Melodic Hooks (Songwriting Teacher Reacts)
Просмотров 6172 месяца назад
How Robbie Williams' Forbidden Road Blends Folk Pop and Melodic Hooks (Songwriting Teacher Reacts)
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Ed Sheeran - Under The Tree
Просмотров 8472 месяца назад
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Ed Sheeran - Under The Tree
How To Write Songs If You Can’t Rhyme (No Excuses Ep. 5)
Просмотров 1042 месяца назад
How To Write Songs If You Can’t Rhyme (No Excuses Ep. 5)
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Dwayne Johnson - Can I Get A Chee Hoo? (from Moana 2)
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Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Dwayne Johnson - Can I Get A Chee Hoo? (from Moana 2)
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: The Way It Was Before (from the Netflix movie Spellbound)
Просмотров 8472 месяца назад
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: The Way It Was Before (from the Netflix movie Spellbound)
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Linkin Park - Two Faced
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Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Linkin Park - Two Faced
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Elton John - Never Too Late (with Brandi Carlile)
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Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Elton John - Never Too Late (with Brandi Carlile)
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Auli’i Cravalho - Beyond (Moana 2)
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Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Auli’i Cravalho - Beyond (Moana 2)
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Extreme - Small Town Beautiful
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Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Extreme - Small Town Beautiful
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: The Cure - All I Ever Am
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Songwriting Teacher Reacts: The Cure - All I Ever Am
Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Lady Gaga - Disease
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Songwriting Teacher Reacts: Lady Gaga - Disease