How to Use Music as Poetic Motive

Writing is, at times, a very difficult thing to do. Writing poetry—especially when you’re trying to emulate a specific mood, idea, or experience—can be exceptionally difficult. It is hard to find the right words, get into the right headspace, or even just begin. Well, fear not, aspiring poets; if “study vibez” playlists on Youtube and Spotify have proven anything, it’s that music can be a powerful source of both motivation and inspiration. After all, what is music if not the poetry of sound! Skeptical of my claims? Unsure where to begin? Feeling intimidated by it all? Look no further as we take the next few minutes to discuss the merits of listening to music while writing and how it might affect your poetry . . .