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Tournament: PLΔTINUM HIT 7
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[CENTER]It's understandable since this thread currently houses an entire village.
Family reunion teas.
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Originally posted by Sam
Do something controversial.
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Originally posted by Truth Teller
It does 
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nnn that's such a high level tho.
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Originally posted by GotSkill
to answer your question, I did buy FFS on iTunes
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You better serve me some Eazy-E level ****, Pedo.
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Excuse me, I'm on my 2Pac
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Oh btw Truth Teller it's against the rules to have thread titles in all caps so if the mods come in and change it you'll know why (thats why I always did platinum hit in all caps and the rest in all lower case)
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So I think I have two lines for my chorus...
That's all I have...
Maybe listening to Sia isn't a good idea, I feel so stupid compared to her lyrics.
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Originally posted by EuphorianSea
You sabotage yourself, henny
Yass that was my line and "pat-a-cake, pat-my-cake, fillet with steak"  |
Ugh... The non-used bridge is so good.
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Not @ Me having a perfect bridge but not being able to use the good sis 
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Originally posted by feelslikeadream
Judge Introduction
I'm Fefe
I like writing songs with specific details, tight rhythm, and some extended metaphor/motif. I won Season 5 of Platinum Hit (which is difficult to do; not everyone has that to their credit) and judged Season 6. I'm sure a few gurls were pressed I'm back to judge S7 since I can be known to nitpick a bit, but I think I just give thorough feedback. Although I tend to troll a bit by being hyper-critical and pretending I'm deducting points from everyone's score, I actually just really want everyone to improve and hope that I am somehow informed enough to help you do that. So feel free to reach out with any questions you have about my critiques throughout the season and remember not to take me too seriously.
My favorite songwriters are: Sara Bareilles, Mariah Carey, Taylor Swift, Joni Mitchell, Stevie Nicks, Leona Naess, Ed Sheeran
Favorite songs lyrically: Brand New's "Jesus Christ," Sara Bareilles' "Bright Lights and Cityscapes," Mariah Carey's "The Roof," Taylor Swift's "Dear John"
My judging pet peeves: Overwriting/using big words in nonsensical ways (i.e. "Floating diffidently in the effervescent dreamscape of nostalgia"); using too much familiar language; forced rhymes; plagiarism; messy rhythm. I'll reiterate the first point because it's probably the most important: when I read a line in your song, I want to be able to know what you are communicating. I am admittedly a stickler re: word choice. If I can't follow what you're even saying because you cloud it with words you think look cool, I will very likely not judge you kindly. To me, music is very much about the experience of the listener feeling your lyrics, relating to them, etc. So I like lyrics best that I can make a connection to and that are clear in meaning.
My judging advice: If you don't have a natural talent for rhythm, count syllables. Consider using slant rhymes, which sound natural and are often waaaaay less forced. Think of an overarching image/idea that connects your whole song and makes it unique. Even tired tropes like "the love song" can be great if you have a specific angle (i.e. This is a love song in which the lover feels like a teenager when she's with her boo; this is a love song using imagery of a hummingbird/flower; etc.). Make sure the second verse IS NOT REPEATING the first verse with different words. Show variation and thematic development in your verses. Don't complain about the judges' feedback; it makes you look like a bad sport and judges don't forget that kind of behavior. Have fun! |
Ngl I said GotSkill was my fave judge last season but you will forever be bae
Thanks for this essay, it was much appreciated
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Originally posted by JustLuke
So I think I have two lines for my chorus...
That's all I have...
Maybe listening to Sia isn't a good idea, I feel so stupid compared to her lyrics.
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Literally me.
Eye of the Needle alone has me frustrated.
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So we only know two judges atm?
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Originally posted by Truth Teller
I'll just assume you're waiting for the judges to be revealed |
Yup. I'll start writing a blind audition entry, though.
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Originally posted by HausofNiko
Not @ Me having a perfect bridge but not being able to use the good sis |
I really really really really feel you
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Originally posted by feelslikeadream
Judge Introduction
I'm Fefe
I like writing songs with specific details, tight rhythm, and some extended metaphor/motif. I won Season 5 of Platinum Hit (which is difficult to do; not everyone has that to their credit) and judged Season 6. I'm sure a few gurls were pressed I'm back to judge S7 since I can be known to nitpick a bit, but I think I just give thorough feedback. Although I tend to troll a bit by being hyper-critical and pretending I'm deducting points from everyone's score, I actually just really want everyone to improve and hope that I am somehow informed enough to help you do that. So feel free to reach out with any questions you have about my critiques throughout the season and remember not to take me too seriously.
My favorite songwriters are: Sara Bareilles, Mariah Carey, Taylor Swift, Joni Mitchell, Stevie Nicks, Leona Naess, Ed Sheeran
Favorite songs lyrically: Brand New's "Jesus Christ," Sara Bareilles' "Bright Lights and Cityscapes," Mariah Carey's "The Roof," Taylor Swift's "Dear John"
My judging pet peeves: Overwriting/using big words in nonsensical ways (i.e. "Floating diffidently in the effervescent dreamscape of nostalgia"); using too much familiar language; forced rhymes; plagiarism; messy rhythm. I'll reiterate the first point because it's probably the most important: when I read a line in your song, I want to be able to know what you are communicating. I am admittedly a stickler re: word choice. If I can't follow what you're even saying because you cloud it with words you think look cool, I will very likely not judge you kindly. To me, music is very much about the experience of the listener feeling your lyrics, relating to them, etc. So I like lyrics best that I can make a connection to and that are clear in meaning.
My judging advice: If you don't have a natural talent for rhythm, count syllables. Consider using slant rhymes, which sound natural and are often waaaaay less forced. Think of an overarching image/idea that connects your whole song and makes it unique. Even tired tropes like "the love song" can be great if you have a specific angle (i.e. This is a love song in which the lover feels like a teenager when she's with her boo; this is a love song using imagery of a hummingbird/flower; etc.). Make sure the second verse IS NOT REPEATING the first verse with different words. Show variation and thematic development in your verses. Don't complain about the judges' feedback; it makes you look like a bad sport and judges don't forget that kind of behavior. Have fun! |
Very insightful.  Where was this last season when I was trying to figure you out? 
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This is a love song in which the lover feels like a teenager when she's with her boo; this is a love song using imagery of a hummingbird/flower; etc.
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Teenage Dream and Hummingbird Heartbeat, their impact
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Originally posted by feelslikeadream
Judge Introduction
I'm Fefe
I like writing songs with specific details, tight rhythm, and some extended metaphor/motif. I won Season 5 of Platinum Hit (which is difficult to do; not everyone has that to their credit) and judged Season 6. I'm sure a few gurls were pressed I'm back to judge S7 since I can be known to nitpick a bit, but I think I just give thorough feedback. Although I tend to troll a bit by being hyper-critical and pretending I'm deducting points from everyone's score, I actually just really want everyone to improve and hope that I am somehow informed enough to help you do that. So feel free to reach out with any questions you have about my critiques throughout the season and remember not to take me too seriously.
My favorite songwriters are: Sara Bareilles, Mariah Carey, Taylor Swift, Joni Mitchell, Stevie Nicks, Leona Naess, Ed Sheeran
Favorite songs lyrically: Brand New's "Jesus Christ," Sara Bareilles' "Bright Lights and Cityscapes," Mariah Carey's "The Roof," Taylor Swift's "Dear John"
My judging pet peeves: Overwriting/using big words in nonsensical ways (i.e. "Floating diffidently in the effervescent dreamscape of nostalgia"); using too much familiar language; forced rhymes; plagiarism; messy rhythm. I'll reiterate the first point because it's probably the most important: when I read a line in your song, I want to be able to know what you are communicating. I am admittedly a stickler re: word choice. If I can't follow what you're even saying because you cloud it with words you think look cool, I will very likely not judge you kindly. To me, music is very much about the experience of the listener feeling your lyrics, relating to them, etc. So I like lyrics best that I can make a connection to and that are clear in meaning.
My judging advice: If you don't have a natural talent for rhythm, count syllables. Consider using slant rhymes, which sound natural and are often waaaaay less forced. Think of an overarching image/idea that connects your whole song and makes it unique. Even tired tropes like "the love song" can be great if you have a specific angle (i.e. This is a love song in which the lover feels like a teenager when she's with her boo; this is a love song using imagery of a hummingbird/flower; etc.). Make sure the second verse IS NOT REPEATING the first verse with different words. Show variation and thematic development in your verses. Don't complain about the judges' feedback; it makes you look like a bad sport and judges don't forget that kind of behavior. Have fun! |
I was NOT prepared
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Mess at over two thirds of Fefe's pet peeves being directed at me
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My song has tons of metaphors, am I the only one?
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Also I did catch the Mariah Carey Billboard Hot 100 #1 Diamonds American Idol Nicki Minaj shade you put in there, Fefe. Is that bonus points?
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Originally posted by HausofNiko
So we only know two judges atm?
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We have 5. You just don't know the other 3 yet
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I'm anticipating the arrival. Will we know them today when everyone is doing intros?
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Originally posted by Phaedo
Excuse me, I'm on my 2Pac
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I'm gonna be the B.I.G. to your P-A-C.
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Considering changing my user title to "Verified Raepist ✔"
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