WHAT IS YOUR TYPICAL DAY LIKE AS A SONGWRITER?
As a songwriter there really are no "typical" days for me. Although yes there is certain scheduled time for writes 10:30/11:00am-3pm, every write is very different. This is what inspires me and excites me about the writing process. It is never boring. It is never status quo. We are getting a chance to create music everyday from scratch. What a gift!
ANY ADVICE YOU HAVE FOR SETTING REALISTIC GOALS THROUGHOUT THE WEEK?
Writing is a very personal thing. There is no "one" way to skin the cat. For any aspiring writer, I think practicing the craft is the best time spent. Everyday, try and write something down on paper. Let the outside world in-art and inspiration are everywhere. Pay attention! Watching movies, reading books, listening to conversations, podcasts and sermons, all can help. But mostly, listen to your own heart. I try and write down what I know. I listen and study the iconic writers and artists that came before me. I respect the craft and realize there is a whole lot more going on than just writing a song. We are telling the story. Don't be afraid to tell yours.
Nicole Witt is a nationally-touring, award-winning Nashville songwriter and multi- instrumentalist known for her soaring melodies and clever turns of phrase. The songs she has written for artists such as Lee Brice, Rodney Atkins, Kenny Rogers, George Strait, Lauren Alaina, and Ellie Holcomb have brought her national acclaim in country, bluegrass and Christian music. In 2011, Witt received the International Bluegrass Song of the Year Award. In 2014, she was nominated by the Gospel Music Association for Country Song of the Year. Witt is currently composing the score for a short film titled “Black Mountain” and recently contributed two songs to the album of up-and-coming Big Machine artist, Tara Thompson. With a voice that conveys a level of emotion and sincerity scarce in modern music, Witt is one of four members in the hot new country girl band, Farewell Angelina. Visit nicolewitt.com for discography, tour dates and more!
