The writing process, the way I go about it is I do…
“The writing process, the way I go about it is I do whatever the beat feels like, whatever the beat is telling me to do. Usually when the beat comes on, I think of a hook or the subject I want to rap about almost instantly. Within four, eight bars of it playing I'm just like, 'Oh, OK. This is what I wanna do'.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He follows his intuition, letting the rhythm guide his creative flow and quickly forming a hook or topic.
In simple terms: He writes by feeling the beat and instantly deciding the song’s direction.
Trust your instinct when inspiration hits.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- live performance
- studio sessions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance spontaneity with refinement?
- When does a hook become repetitive?
The method may limit lyrical depth if rushed.