S2E17 – A Song vs. a Beat vs. a Loop

Updated: Jun 9, 2024

← Previous All Episodes Next →

Episode Resources:

• 5 Keys to a Successful Beat [FREE Book]

Get Brand-New Podcasts Emailed to You!

Get Podcasts!

Season 1

Listen Now!

Season 2

Listen Now!

Season 3

Listen Now!

There is a struggle for new producers, and that is turning a loop into a beat (or a song).

In this episode I share with you what I think the difference is between a song and a beat.

A loop is just the absolute beginning stages of a beat or song, and it is very hard for new producers to get passed the point of a LOOP to a beat or song.

In my opinion, a song is a beat with vocals/lyrics. The vocals immediately complete the song, and make the actual beat creation process a lot easier, because the beat doesn’t have to be so full!

A beat is a lot harder to know when it is done, but a trick I share in this episode is to first build out the arrangement, then when the chorus comes in, truly listen and think… “Does that sound like a full chorus that completes the song?”. If it doesn’t, well then maybe you need to add another instrument on!

Yes, both a song and beat are made up of individual loops, but it is your goal as a music producer to train your ear for what is catchy, and be able to put all those different loops together to make it into a BEAT or a SONG that is catchy, and captivates your listeners.

If you missed the live stream from last night, you can watch it here.

Also, if you want to learn how to create powerful melodies as a music producer, definitely checkout my Piano Lessons for Producers course!

About Author: GratuiTous

GratuiTous manages his Beatmaker Training Platform, authors Beatmaking Books, and hosts the "Music Production Made Simple Podcast". Introduced to FL Studio by his good friend in 2009.. he began FL Studio tutorials in 2011, eventually leading to his 35+ Courses in the platform. Fun Fact: He was an electrician for 10 Years!

Contact Join Platform

Related

How to Use FL Studio Help Manual

How to use the FL Studio Help Manual for the best learning experience. We cover using F1 to access the FL Studio Help Manual,...

Komplete Kontrol MIDI Scripts for FL Studio [FREE]

Download FREE Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol MIDI Scripts for FL Studio, and learn about Deep Integration and MIDI Scrip...