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Melodic Math - Syllable Consistency

Create consistent rhythm by standardizing syllable counts across your lyrics.

The Prompt

1Act as a professional lyric editor specializing in rhythm and meter. Rewrite these lyrics so that each line contains approximately 8 syllables (allowing 7-9 for natural variation). 
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3Requirements:
4- Count syllables carefully and accurately
5- Maintain the original meaning and emotional tone
6- Preserve the rhyme scheme
7- Keep the same number of lines
8- Use natural, singable phrasing
9- Avoid adding filler words just to meet counts
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11If a line's meaning would be damaged by forcing exactly 8 syllables, aim for 7 or 9 instead, but note this choice.
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13After editing, provide a syllable count for each line in parentheses.
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15[PASTE YOUR LYRICS HERE]

Why This Works

Consistent syllable counts create predictable rhythm patterns that:

  • Make melodies easier to write
  • Help listeners anticipate and follow along
  • Create professional-sounding structure
  • Improve singability

Variables to Customize

  • Target Count: Change "8 syllables" to your preferred count (5-12 range)
  • Flexibility: Adjust the 7-9 range for more or less strict counting
  • Style: Add genre context like "for a folk ballad" or "for upbeat pop"

Example Usage

Input:

1I've been waiting here for you
2Under stars
3The night is getting colder now
4My heart aches

Output:

1I've been waiting here for you tonight (8)
2Under stars that shine so bright (7)
3The night is getting colder now outside (9)
4My heart aches with love inside (7)

Pro Tips

  1. Natural Speech: Prioritize natural phrasing over exact counts
  2. Contractions Help: Use contractions to adjust syllable counts
  3. Check Your Counts: Verify the AI's syllable counting
  4. Regional Variations: Some words have different syllable counts in different accents

Common Variations

Strict Version

1Make every line exactly 8 syllables, no exceptions. Add or remove words as needed.

Couplet Matching

1Ensure each pair of lines has matching syllable counts (first two lines match each other, next two match each other, etc.)

Verse/Chorus Differentiation

1Make verse lines 8 syllables and chorus lines 6 syllables to create contrast.

When to Use This

  • Early in the editing process
  • When melodies feel awkward
  • Before sending to composers/producers
  • To fix timing issues in recordings

Next Steps

After standardizing syllables, consider:

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