lyric-writer

Enforce prosody, rhyme discipline, and structural checks in song lyrics.

Updated Aug 29, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/DDTully/dotfiles --skill lyric-writer-ddtully
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Skill: lyric-writer
Source: https://github.com/DDTully/dotfiles/tree/main/skills/.agent_skills/lyric-writer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DDTully/dotfiles --skill lyric-writer-ddtully

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps writers and agents craft high-quality song lyrics by enforcing prosody, rhyme discipline, and structural checks, saving time and elevating lyric craft.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Pro-level prosody: ensures stressed syllables align with beats and consistent meter.
  • Rhyme discipline: enforces diverse rhyme schemes, avoids lazy repeats, and flags orphan lines.
  • Structural integrity: validates verse/chorus length, density, and section transitions for multiple genres.
  • Workflows: supports writing new lyrics, revising existing lyrics, and cross-track concept work with reference integration.

Quick Start

Provide a track file path or concept and I will generate or review lyrics following the core principles.

Frequently Asked Questions about lyric-writer

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I write song lyrics with correct prosody and rhyme schemes?

To write song lyrics with correct prosody and rhyme, you need a process that aligns stressed syllables with beats and enforces diverse rhyme schemes. This ensures meter consistency and flags orphan lines for structural integrity across genres.

What is prosody in songwriting and how does it affect lyric structure?

Prosody in songwriting is the alignment of stressed syllables with musical beats to maintain consistent meter. Proper prosody ensures verse and chorus sections have balanced density and smooth transitions, elevating the overall structural integrity of the track.

Can I revise existing lyrics to fix meter and lazy rhymes?

Yes, you can revise existing lyrics to fix meter and lazy rhymes through an iterative refinement process. This involves applying pronunciation handling and a 13-point quality check to validate verse and chorus length while flagging orphan lines.

How do I check if my verse and chorus transitions meet genre standards?

You can check verse and chorus transitions against genre standards by validating section length, density, and structural integrity. This process enforces consistent meter and applies a 13-point quality check to ensure lyrics meet specific structural requirements.

What is the best way to avoid orphan lines and lazy rhymes in lyric writing?

The best way to avoid orphan lines and lazy rhymes in lyric writing is to apply rhyme discipline throughout the drafting process. This approach enforces diverse rhyme schemes and flags orphan lines during an iterative refinement pass to elevate craft quality.

Are there limitations when enforcing strict meter across multiple song genres?

Enforcing strict meter across multiple song genres requires validating density and section transitions specific to each style. While structural checks support various genres, writers must apply pronunciation handling carefully to ensure stressed syllables align with beats without disrupting the track concept.