How to Write a Song by The Cure in 60 Seconds

Musician Desmond Doom, who reimagines popular rock songs as different band types, shared how to write a song using the distinct Goth style of The Cure in just 60 seconds.

Effects: Compressor EQ, Chorus, Reverb. Play campfire chords on top with acoustic. Put a milky guitar lead over it all (neck pickup and play above 12th fret). Sing about how much you love your wife. Add a cheeky bridge to change things up. Fill up background with an airy synth. Repeat 1-2 more times and Rob’s ya uncle.

Lori Dorn
Lori Dorn

Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.