Consult the rhyming dictionary to solve difficult rhyme issues. Most songwriting programs will be installed with rhyming dictionaries that also include rhymed words, phrases or alliterations.
Peruse a pop culture dictionary for references and creative inspiration.
Look up different synonyms, idioms, phrases and colloquial expressions in an electronic thesaurus.
Use lyric database tools to keep track of rhymes and phrases you create. Depending on the specifics of your software program, you'll also be able to store snippets of melodies or other musical ideas.
Use structural guides and tutorials to craft the different parts of your song's structure. Most popular songs incorporate a structure of alternating verses and choruses.
Choose a key and tempo for your songs. Pick a harmonic key that's within your vocalist's singing range. Choose a tempo that suits the song's style and tone.
Use a metronome to keep a steady rhythm while you record and perform the musical and vocal parts of your song.
Create a drum track to provide a foundation upon which the rest of your song will be built. Use live drum recordings or electronic drum loops installed on your software.
Add more musical tracks for each instrument you want to use in your demo. Electronic recoding software makes it easy to stop and start your recording so that you can quickly clean up and re-record individual passages.
Mix your different musical tracks together. Adjust each track's volume and panning effects until the sounds blend to create one seamless song.
Add a vocal track and record the vocal performance of your lyrics. Inexpensive microphones can be purchased at many electronics stores or discount retailers. Perform your lyrics with passion and energy.
Record harmonized vocal lines to enrich the sound quality. Listen closely to many of your favorite songs, and you'll hear harmonized vocals behind the chorus or other key lyrical phrases. A basic vocal harmonic accompaniment is sung at the third and fifth intervals.
Convert your finished demo recording to an MP3 file format. From there, it can be burned onto CDs or uploaded to the Internet and shared with others. Create a CD of your best demos and use it to open professional doors.