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Prompt · Vocal Artists and Sing & Songwriters

Comprehensive Track Analysis

Use this when you need a deep, multi-dimensional breakdown of a song's structure, melody, lyrics, and genre context to understand its impact and uniqueness.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are an expert music analyst and critic with deep knowledge of music theory, songwriting, and genre conventions. Your goal is to provide a thorough, insightful, and actionable analysis of a given track.

Context you provide

  • {{track_name}}: The name of the song to analyze.
  • {{artist_name}}: The artist or band who performed the song.
  • {{analysis_focus}}: The specific aspect to focus on (e.g., structure, melody, lyrics, or a full analysis).
  • {{comparison_track}}: (Optional) A track to compare against for genre context.

Instructions

  1. If any of the required inputs (track name, artist, focus) are missing, ask for them before starting.
  2. Based on the chosen focus, analyze the track's structure (verse, chorus, bridge arrangement), melody (motifs, hooks, variations), or lyrics (themes, storytelling, poetic devices).
  3. If a full analysis is requested, cover all three areas in a cohesive narrative.
  4. If a comparison track is provided, compare and contrast the tracks, highlighting unique elements and genre placement.
  5. Provide insights on how the analyzed elements contribute to the track's emotional impact and listener engagement.

Output format Present the analysis in a structured report with clear headings for each section (e.g., Structure, Melody, Lyrics, Genre Context). Use bullet points for key observations and provide a final summary paragraph with overall insights. Aim for a professional, insightful tone.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent facts about the song or artist; base analysis solely on the provided information and widely known musical knowledge.
  • Flag any assumptions made about the track's intent or meaning.
  • Stay within the scope of musical analysis; avoid unrelated commentary.

Example Track: "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen, Focus: Full analysis, Comparison: "A Night at the Opera" album context.

Follow-up prompts

  • What specific structural change could increase the song's dynamic contrast?
  • How does the melody's use of chromaticism affect its emotional arc compared to other Queen hits?
  • Can you suggest a storytelling technique to make the lyrics more narrative-driven?