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I'm Clifford Stumme, and I use literary analysis and research to explain the deeper meanings of pop songs. Feel free to leave a comment or to email me at clifford@popsongprofessor.com with questions or ideas!

Podcast: How to Write a Country Song ft. Garrett Vandenberg

Podcast: How to Write a Country Song ft. Garrett Vandenberg

People hate country music, but why? And how can we tap into these particular hates to put together the greatest (see: worst) country song of all time? Guest Garrett Vandenberg is going to explain how he did it for a video for the BlimeyCow YouTube channel. This episode is fun and incisive as we explore country music and how it fails. 

Garrett's website: http://garrettvandenberg.com/

How to Write a Country Song (In 5 Minutes or Less): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2l_4pcabfQs

A Worship Song Written in 5 Minutes or Less: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQOnssuC6F0 

Messy Mondays: How to Write a Worship Song (In 5 Minutes or Less): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhYuA0Cz8ls 

Podcast: How a Songwriter Thinks ft. Melissa Bel (AN ACTUAL ARTIST!)

Podcast: How a Songwriter Thinks ft. Melissa Bel (AN ACTUAL ARTIST!)

What does "Dress" by Taylor Swift mean?

What does "Dress" by Taylor Swift mean?