Quote to Inspire:
"Songwriting is my way of channeling my feelings and my thoughts. Not just mine, but the things I see, and the people I care about. My head would explode if I didn't get some of that stuff out. -- Dolly Parton
- Welcome March!
We've been impressed by your thoughtful and intelligent questions and comments throughout our continuing exploration of how generative-AI impacts songwriters. We'll continue to update you as more information becomes available. See the paragraph below on the current policies about using AI for your songs at SongU. As always, our songwriting instructors, song evaluation coaches, and pitch guests are here to support you on your creative journey. Price Update: To help offset rising operating costs while keeping membership fees unchanged, we will increase the 'optional/extra' pitching fees by 2 credits, effective March 6, 2025.
If You Use AI for Any Portion of Your Song, Follow These Simple Instructions.
-- Disclose in Live Classes and Song Evaluations. Whether you pitch a song, bring it to your song feedback class, or submit it to a coach for a song evaluation, you must clearly state how AI was used in your submission in writing in the "notes to pitch guest" field and/or on the "lyric sheet" to ensure full transparency regarding AI's role in your song. See the FAQ menu for specifics.
--Pitching Guidelines. For non-sync pitches, based on the current copyright report (https://songu.com/FAQAI.aspx), all pitch guests will only consider songs with entirely human-authored lyrics and human-authored melodies. AI may be used for demo production, but any such use of AI must be disclosed. For sync licensing opportunities, you may not pitch AI-generated songs or demo productions.
General Registration Reminders:
Our mentors and pitch guests are available for Private Sessions by appointment only. You may have two active live songwriting feedback courses (FDBK) at once, but you can add a third if there is still an open spot 24 hours before the class starts. Keep an eye on the live songwriting course schedule in case someone cancels during the week, and a seat opens up. Find your favorite coach for song evaluations in the Activity area. New to SongU? Welcome! Check out the FAQ Quick Start Guide for an overview of how to begin.
Welcome International Members! We've Got Live Courses That Fit Your Schedule
When selecting live courses, please consider those that are GMT-friendly, scheduled at 1 pm ET during the week and between Noon and 3pm ET on Saturdays. Sign up on the Live Courses page.