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Three-Step Song Creation

Suno enables users to generate songs rapidly through a straightforward process, accommodating both simple descriptions and detailed specifications. This process can be broadly categorized into three steps.

Step 1: Initiating Song Creation​

To start creating a song:

  1. Find the Create button:

    • On desktop: Located in the left sidebar
    • On mobile: Available within the app interface

  2. Click/tap the Create button to open the song creation interface

This will bring up the main input area where you can start generating your song.

Step 2: Inputting Song Details​

The next step involves providing the necessary information for the AI to generate music. This can be done in two primary ways:

  • Simple Description: Users can enter a basic description into the Song Description field. This method allows for quick song generation based on a general idea. If lyrics are not desired, the Instrumental toggle must be enabled.
  • Custom Mode: For more control, users can switch to Custom mode, which reveals additional fields. These fields require specific inputs such as Lyrics (or the Instrumental toggle), Style of Music, and Title. The Create button will remain disabled until all required fields are completed.

Advanced Prompt Structuring​

To further refine the output, consider the following when using the Custom mode:

  • Detailed Descriptors: Instead of relying on the general input fields, specify each aspect of your music. For example: Genre: Heavy Metal, Mood: Dark, Key: B minor. This helps prevent the AI from misinterpreting parts of your prompt as lyrics.
  • Comma Separation: When combining multiple attributes like genre, voice, and instrumental emphasis, separate them with commas to clarify your intentions. For example: Gothic, Alternative Metal, Ethereal Voice.
  • Bracketed Instructions: Use brackets to define song sections or vocal styles. For example: [Verse1] [Female Ethereal Voice]. This helps guide the AI more precisely.

Advanced Lyrics Field Techniques​

For even more granular control, the Lyrics field can be used to provide detailed instructions:

  1. High-Level Style of Music: In the Style of Music field, enter a high-level description and reference the Lyrics field for details. For example: Lofi, Chilled, Ambient, Downtempo, Female Vocals SEE <SONG_DETAILS> IN THE LYRICS FIELD FOR DETAILED INFORMATION.
  2. Detailed Lyrics Field Prompt: In the Lyrics field, include a detailed prompt using the following format: 
    <SONG_DETAILS>
    [GENRES: Chilled Lofi, Ambient, Downtempo]
    [SOUNDS LIKE: Tycho, Bonobo, Nujabes]
    [STYLE: Relaxing, Atmospheric, Lush, Clean]
    [MOOD: Calm, Serene, Reflective, Dreamy]
    [VOCALS: Female, Ethereal, Background]
    [ARRANGEMENT: Slow tempo, Laid-back groove, Ethereal textures, Clean guitar melodies]
    [INSTRUMENTATION: Clean electric guitar, Synthesizers, Ambient pads, Subtle percussion]
    [TEMPO: Slow, 70-90 BPM]
    [PRODUCTION: Lo-fi aesthetic, Warm tones, Soft compression, Analog warmth, Masterpiece, Perfectly Recorded, Produced by Emancipator]
    [STRUCTURE: Intro, Verse, Chorus, Verse, Chorus, Bridge, Outro]
    [DYNAMICS: Gentle throughout, Gradual builds and releases, Smooth transitions]
    [EMOTIONS: Peacefulness, Contemplation, Tranquillity, Nostalgia]
    </SONG_DETAILS>
    [Intro]
    [Verse 1]
    start your lyrics here...
    • Consistent Intro: By adding the STRUCTURE attribute, you can ensure Suno AI creates a proper intro when you use the [Intro] tag.
    • Quality Prompts: Using terms like “perfect production, studio recording, hi-fidelity” under the PRODUCTION attribute can improve the audio quality.
    • Simple and Direct Prompts: While detailed prompts can help, sometimes simpler and more direct prompts work better. Experiment with both approaches. For example: 
      [slap bass funk fusion, experimental jazz fusion, hifi, clear production]
      [Percussion Intro]
      [instrumental, slap bass]
      [verse]
      *start lyrics*

Step 3: Song Generation and Refinement​

Once the required information is entered, tapping the Create button initiates the song generation process. Suno will then produce two versions of the song. Users can provide feedback on the generated songs by using the thumbs up and down icons. This feedback helps refine future results and improve the AI's understanding of user preferences.