How Do I Write a Simple Prompt

Why Prompts Matter

A well-written prompt helps the AI understand the kind of music you want to create. The better the description, the better the result. This guide will show you how to write clear, effective prompts—even if you have no music experience.

What Is a Prompt?

A prompt is a short text description that tells the AI what kind of music to generate. You can describe:

  • Style or genre
  • Mood or emotion
  • Instrumentation
  • Tempo or rhythm
  • Vocal type or presence

Example prompt:
A soft acoustic folk ballad with emotional female vocals and ambient background textures.

Basic Prompt Formula

Here’s a simple structure you can follow:

[Mood] + [Genre/Style] + [Vocals] + [Instruments/Textures]

Examples:

  • Dreamy synth-pop with soft male vocals and 80s-inspired beats
  • Dark orchestral soundtrack with dramatic strings and no vocals
  • Chill lo-fi hip-hop with jazzy chords and vinyl crackle sound

You don’t need to be a producer—just describe how you want the music to feel.

Tips for Writing Effective Prompts

Be Specific, Not Generic

Bad: Cool music with vibes
Better: Upbeat electronic pop with bright melodies and fast rhythm

Mention Instruments or Elements

Instead of just saying “lo-fi,” try:
Lo-fi hip-hop with soft piano, vinyl noise, and relaxed tempo

Use Adjectives That Describe Emotion or Atmosphere

Words like warm, aggressive, cinematic, nostalgic, peaceful, energetic help set the tone.

Focus on Sound, Not Artist Names

Avoid: A song like Taylor Swift
Try: Pop ballad with acoustic guitar, emotional female vocals, and catchy chorus

Keep It Short and Clear

The best prompts are 1–2 lines, clear and focused.

Optional: What to Avoid

If there’s something you don’t want, write it in the “Style To Avoid” field.

Examples:

  • no vocals
  • no drums
  • avoid EDM elements

This helps the AI narrow down the output more accurately.

Use the AI Prompt Generator

Still not sure what to write? Click the “Generate with AI” button below the Lyrics box on the creation page. It can help you start with a complete, ready-to-use prompt based on your theme or keywords.

You can edit or regenerate until you’re happy with it.

Next Steps

Now that you know how to write a prompt:

  • Go to Create Music and try one
  • Check out our Lyrics Generator for writing lyrics
  • Learn how to Extend a Song to build a full-length track