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Singer Songwriter | How to Write a Song, Make Music, Song Lyrics, Music Theory, Singing Lessons

Lainey Prendeville Crawford - Vocal Coach, Singer, Songwriter, Songwriting Coach
Singer Songwriter | How to Write a Song, Make Music, Song Lyrics, Music Theory, Singing Lessons
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  • Singer Songwriter | How to Write a Song, Make Music, Song Lyrics, Music Theory, Singing Lessons

    101 | How to Warm Up Your Voice (Without Overthinking It)

    07/04/2026 | 21 mins.
    If warming up your voice has ever felt confusing, rigid, or overly technical… you’re not alone.

    In this episode, we simplify the process.

    Instead of focusing on the “perfect” vocal warm-up routine, you’ll learn how to approach warming up your voice in a way that’s intuitive, flexible, and actually supportive of your singing.

    We’ll walk through a simple 4-part framework to help you:

    • gently awaken your voice and body
    • find ease, resonance, and connection
    • build flexibility and range without forcing
    • and bring your voice into real music—not just exercises

    We also talk about how overthinking and perfectionism can create tension in your voice—and how to shift into a more natural, responsive way of working with your instrument.

    Because your voice is different every day… and your warm-up can be, too.

    <3 Lainey

    🎤 Want personalized support?
    My one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions help singer-songwriters move out of overthinking, release tension, and build a more natural, confident connection to their voice.

    Learn more at:
    reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching

    Next Steps:

    Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching

    Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider

    Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com

    Write Me: [email protected]
  • Singer Songwriter | How to Write a Song, Make Music, Song Lyrics, Music Theory, Singing Lessons

    100 | 100 Episodes Later: Finding Your Voice as a Singer Songwriter (And What's Next)

    31/03/2026 | 17 mins.
    100 episodes.

    What started as Reawaken Your Voice has grown into something clearer, more focused, and more aligned — a space for singer-songwriters navigating the creative process, finding their voice, and learning how to trust it.

    In this episode, I’m reflecting on the journey so far — what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what I’ve learned from you along the way.

    We talk about:

    • the evolution of the podcast and stepping into the identity of “singer-songwriter”
    • the patterns I’m seeing in this community (starting, finishing, sharing, and perfectionism)
    • the episodes you’ve resonated with most — and what that reveals
    • where we’re going next (more process, more storytelling, more of the real work behind the songs)

    🎁 To celebrate 100 episodes, I’m giving away 3 one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions.

    You’ll be entered to win by filling out a short form sharing your experience, your challenges, and what you’d love more of on the podcast.

    And if you leave a review, you’ll receive 5 bonus entries.

    Enter Here: bit.ly/singersongwriterpodcast

    Thank you for being here — whether you’ve listened to one episode or one hundred.

    This is just the beginning.

    <3 Lainey

    Enter the Giveaway: bit.ly/singersongwriterpodcast

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    Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com

    Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching

    Write Me: [email protected]
  • Singer Songwriter | How to Write a Song, Make Music, Song Lyrics, Music Theory, Singing Lessons

    99 | How to Find Your Songwriting Voice

    24/03/2026 | 18 mins.
    How do you actually find your songwriting voice?

    Is it something you discover… or something that develops over time?

    Many songwriters feel stuck here — overthinking their ideas, comparing themselves to others, and wondering if what they’re creating is original or “good enough.”

    But your voice isn’t something you find by thinking.

    It’s something that emerges through the act of writing.

    In this episode, we explore what it really means to find your songwriting voice and why the process is less about figuring it out — and more about staying in the work long enough for something true to come through.

    We talk about:

    • Why overthinking can keep you disconnected from your creative voice
    • How your life experiences and perspective shape your songwriting
    • The role of practice, experimentation, and finishing songs
    • Letting go of perfectionism and writing imperfect songs

    Because you don’t find your voice before you begin.

    You find it by writing.

    If you’re ready to move from second-guessing your songs to developing a voice that actually feels like you, this episode will meet you where you are.

    <3 Lainey

    🎤 Want personalized support?
    My one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions help singer-songwriters move through creative blocks, build confidence, and find clarity in both their voice and their songwriting.

    Book a Coaching Session:
    reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching

    Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider

    Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com

    Write Me: [email protected]
  • Singer Songwriter | How to Write a Song, Make Music, Song Lyrics, Music Theory, Singing Lessons

    98 | Permission to Sing Imperfectly: Letting Go of Perfection in Your Voice

    17/03/2026 | 21 mins.
    Many singers hold themselves back because they’re trying to sound perfect.

    They control their tone, their breath, their phrasing — carefully managing every detail so nothing falls apart. But sometimes that control is exactly what keeps the voice from expressing something real.

    In this episode, we explore the balance between vocal technique and emotional honesty, and why perfectionism can quietly block the freedom and authenticity that make music powerful.

    We talk about:

    • Why singers often try to control their voice instead of expressing the emotion of the song
    • How perfectionism can keep you from fully connecting to the music
    • The courage it takes to surrender control and “go there” emotionally
    • Giving yourself permission to sing imperfectly but truthfully

    Because the most powerful performances aren’t always technically perfect — they’re emotionally honest.

    <3 Lainey

    🎤 Want personalized support?
    My one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions help singer-songwriters build confidence, move through perfectionism, and sing their songs with greater freedom and emotional connection.

    Learn more and book your session at:
    reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching

    Join the newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider

    Visit the website: reawakenyourvoice.com

    Write me: [email protected]
  • Singer Songwriter | How to Write a Song, Make Music, Song Lyrics, Music Theory, Singing Lessons

    97 | When Can You Call Yourself a Singer Songwriter?

    10/03/2026 | 20 mins.
    At what point are you “allowed” to call yourself a singer-songwriter?

    Is it after you finish your first song?
    Release music publicly?
    Perform for other people?

    Many artists carry a quiet belief that they’re not a real singer-songwriter yet — that they need to be better, more confident, or further along before claiming that identity.

    In this episode, we explore the journey of becoming an artist and the internal shift that happens when you start taking your creative voice seriously.

    We talk about:

    • Why so many artists hesitate to call themselves singer-songwriters
    • The invisible rules that keep people waiting for permission
    • How identity grows alongside practice, not after perfection
    • The role of curiosity, exploration, and consistency in the creative journey

    If you’ve been writing songs, exploring your voice, and wondering when you’re “allowed” to claim the title of singer-songwriter, this episode is for you.

    Becoming an artist isn’t a single moment — it’s a practice.

     

    <3 Lainey

     

    🎤 Want personalized support?
    My one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions help singer-songwriters move through creative blocks, build confidence in their voice, and deepen their songwriting practice.

    You can learn more at:
    reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching

     

    Join the newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider

    Visit the website: reawakenyourvoice.com

    Write me: [email protected]

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About Singer Songwriter | How to Write a Song, Make Music, Song Lyrics, Music Theory, Singing Lessons

*** TOP 5% GLOBAL PODCAST *** Have you ever felt a song stirring inside you — but you’re not sure how to bring it to life? Do you dream of writing and singing your own music, but find yourself held back by doubt, perfectionism, or the fear that you’re “not good enough”? Maybe you’ve spent years studying, performing, or people-pleasing with your voice… or maybe you’ve never let yourself believe you could be a singer or a songwriter. And all the tutorials, drills, and music theory lessons? They just make the process feel more complicated — and less creative. If you’re ready to quiet the noise and reconnect with the song in your heart, I’m so glad you’re here. This podcast will help aspiring singer-songwriters like you: 🎵 find your authentic voice and unique sound 🎵 write and sing your own songs — even if you don’t know where to begin 🎵 simplify the creative process from inspiration to finished song 🎵 build confidence to share your music with the world Whether you dream of performing on stage, recording an album, or simply creating music that feels like you, this podcast will meet you where you are — and guide you toward becoming the artist you’re meant to be. Hey, I’m Lainey — former opera singer turned singer-songwriter and voice & creativity coach. This podcast was born from a time in my life when I had worked so hard to mold my voice into what I thought it was supposed to be that I lost my way as an artist… and stopped singing altogether. After years of trying to perfect my sound, I realized I didn’t want to perform other people’s music anymore. I wanted to sing my own. So I started writing songs — raw, imperfect, honest songs — and rediscovered the joy of creative freedom. Now, I help other aspiring singer-songwriters do the same. If you’re ready to: ✨ reconnect with your voice through creative, holistic practices ✨ learn simple, soulful ways to write your own songs ✨ let go of judgment and rediscover your love of singing Grab your notebook, pour a cup of tea, and let’s uncover the songs that have been waiting inside you. Let’s find your voice! <3 Lainey Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coachingJoin the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insiderVisit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.comWrite Me: [email protected]
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