Steal for Creativity

I do not support stealing of any kind, I merely advocate being inspired.

I've been thinking about song titles before song lyrics, which usually helps me flow into the lyrics when I have a base to jump off of. I have a few titles lined up, I will probably only end up using a few of them. I got the song titles from listening to other songs.

No, I did not steal the titles, but as I was listening to the songs I would write down thoughts that I would get or phrases that would pop into my head because of the song, from that I would get a title.

I think that the best way to get "original" ideas is to "steal" them. I do not support plagiarism, but every artist is inspired by artists before them, so if you were to choose several of your favorite song writers/musicians and use their music as inspiration, do not copy their work exactly, only use it as inspiration for your work.

Also, when gaining inspiration from other artists write about things that speak to you on a personal or spiritual level. Just cause it sounds cool doesn't mean it resonates with you personally. It's great to get inspiration from others but make sure you are in the work as well. It's really a blending of your personalities and the personalities of those who have helped shape your creativity, whether it be someone long passed or a current artist, or friends and family.

"Steal" from life.