AI Songwriting: Nail Your Vocal Tone with These Quick Fixes
NOTE: The following information was created and formatted using AI, but only after extensive testing and thorough feedback on songs generated using the recommendations provided by the AI platform (ChatGPT)
These insights come directly from my own real-world experiments and lessons learned.
Hey everyone!
If you’re diving into AI-assisted songwriting, you’ve probably run into some hiccups getting Suno to stick with the right vocal tone (male or female) for your song. After testing, tweaking, and burning through way too many credits, I’ve learned a few tricks to help you get consistent results using tools like ChatGPT alongside Suno.
Step 1: Why ChatGPT is Your Lyric Buddy
ChatGPT isn’t just for brainstorming lyrics—it’s a powerful tool to ensure your [verse descriptors] and style work together seamlessly. By providing clear, concise descriptors and double-checking for ambiguity, you can prevent Suno from going rogue (like throwing in a male voice where you didn’t want one).
Here’s an example prompt to get started:
["Review my song lyrics and [verse descriptors]. Ensure they align with a single female vocal throughout. Suggest any changes to make the tone and style consistent and remove ambiguity."]
Step 2: Crafting the Perfect Verse Descriptors
Your [verse descriptors] should clearly tell Suno how each section of the song should sound. Here’s an example:
[Verse: Introspective and Somber - Female Vocal]
Prompt & Prompt Example to refine descriptors:
- "Suggest [verse descriptors] for a [genre] song with [vocal type] throughout. The tone should be [tone/mood], and the delivery should feel [performance style]."
- "Write [verse descriptors] for a pop ballad emphasizing emotional delivery by a single female voice."
NOTE: [Verse descriptors] are essential because they tell Suno exactly how each section of your song should sound. Without them, Suno may interpret your lyrics and style loosely, which could result in unexpected vocal tones (like adding male voices when you want female-only) or mismatched emotions. Descriptors ensure consistency, clarity, and that your song aligns perfectly with your vision!
Step 3: Double-Check Your Style
Your style should support the vocal tone and mood of the song. Pairing ChatGPT with Suno can help fine-tune this. Example prompt:
"Review this style for a song and suggest changes to avoid ambiguity or misinterpretation. Ensure the tone, vocal type, and genre align with the intended vision: [Insert Style Here]."
ChatGPT will point out if your style description has any wording that might lead Suno astray (e.g., "emotional yet tender" could unintentionally invite male vocal contrast).
Step 4: Common Phrases to Use in Prompts
- "Ensure my lyrics and style align to avoid Suno using a male voice."
- "Write [verse descriptors] that match this style: [insert style]."
- "Help refine this style to ensure a single female vocal tone throughout."
Step 5: Troubleshooting Suno Output
If things go wrong, here’s what to ask ChatGPT:
- Review and Fix Descriptors: "Why might this [verse descriptor] cause Suno to use a male voice? Suggest a fix."
- Refine Style and Lyrics Together: "Check if my lyrics and style conflict and fix anything that could lead Suno to add male vocals."
Final Thoughts
The best songs come from refining every detail. Use ChatGPT to make sure your [verse descriptors] and style are clear and aligned. Suno will deliver consistent results if you remove ambiguity and double-check everything!