When I dance with my daughter, I see how music can become a language of love between us. We’re not just learning choreography. We’re learning patience, laughter, rhythm and connection. Every time she smiles when we finally get a move right, it feels like our own little song. Reading this taught me that melodies aren’t only written in notes, they’re written in moments like these. I’m so pleased that I was able to get your 10-Hour Skill Accelerator ebook in time. It’s been a great help so far with learning the dance moves! Thank you Idris Elijah for the ebook and this enjoyable newsletter!
Awww, Maria that is so great! I’m glad you were able to grab a copy in time as well and that it’s helping you along the journey. If you need anything, send me a DM and I’m happy to help. Pleased you also enjoyed this issue ☺️🙌🏾
I really relate to this idea of rediscovering that early instinct when you create not to impress, but to express. When I first started writing, everything was pure impulse. Now I’m learning to circle back to that, but with more intention. It’s like unlearning and evolving at the same time. I want to create great hooks but only if there’s humanity in the melody. Keep these insightful music issues coming Idris Elijah!!
I love the reminder that melody starts as emotion, not perfection. Some of the best music ever made wasn’t polished, it was felt. You can hear it in Stevie Wonder’s phrasing, in how Mariah Carey bends a note just slightly off the grid, in how Whitney Houston’s runs sound like heartbeats. That’s the kind of truth you can’t teach. It’s something you remember when you stop overthinking and just let the feeling lead. As a lifelong music lover I really enjoyed learning more about melodies today Idris!
I think writing and melody come from the same well. Both are about rhythm, breath and emotional truth. The best lines, whether on paper or in a song, usually appear when you stop trying to control them. They arrive like visitors you’ve been waiting for without realizing it. Lately I’ve been thinking less about structure and more about pulse…how words, like notes, have to move to mean something. That’s when the writing starts to sing. Thank you for teaching me something new and interesting this morning Idris Elijah!
When I dance with my daughter, I see how music can become a language of love between us. We’re not just learning choreography. We’re learning patience, laughter, rhythm and connection. Every time she smiles when we finally get a move right, it feels like our own little song. Reading this taught me that melodies aren’t only written in notes, they’re written in moments like these. I’m so pleased that I was able to get your 10-Hour Skill Accelerator ebook in time. It’s been a great help so far with learning the dance moves! Thank you Idris Elijah for the ebook and this enjoyable newsletter!
Awww, Maria that is so great! I’m glad you were able to grab a copy in time as well and that it’s helping you along the journey. If you need anything, send me a DM and I’m happy to help. Pleased you also enjoyed this issue ☺️🙌🏾
I really relate to this idea of rediscovering that early instinct when you create not to impress, but to express. When I first started writing, everything was pure impulse. Now I’m learning to circle back to that, but with more intention. It’s like unlearning and evolving at the same time. I want to create great hooks but only if there’s humanity in the melody. Keep these insightful music issues coming Idris Elijah!!
Say less! 😉 Really glad you enjoyed this issue!! 🤩
I love the reminder that melody starts as emotion, not perfection. Some of the best music ever made wasn’t polished, it was felt. You can hear it in Stevie Wonder’s phrasing, in how Mariah Carey bends a note just slightly off the grid, in how Whitney Houston’s runs sound like heartbeats. That’s the kind of truth you can’t teach. It’s something you remember when you stop overthinking and just let the feeling lead. As a lifelong music lover I really enjoyed learning more about melodies today Idris!
Great takeaways Brian, and they were delivered poetically. Glad you enjoyed this newsletter ☺️🙌🏾
I think writing and melody come from the same well. Both are about rhythm, breath and emotional truth. The best lines, whether on paper or in a song, usually appear when you stop trying to control them. They arrive like visitors you’ve been waiting for without realizing it. Lately I’ve been thinking less about structure and more about pulse…how words, like notes, have to move to mean something. That’s when the writing starts to sing. Thank you for teaching me something new and interesting this morning Idris Elijah!
You’re most welcome Chloe! Love your takeaways. 🤩🙌🏾