In order to write Blues lyrics, you have to have the write style and mind set so the lyrics match the musical style. The first thing you must achieve is getting some depth in your lyrics. Blues sing about some meaningful stuff, you should do the same. But you can't bedirect about want your trying to say, the use of metaphors and symbolism is a good idea to use. The use of these literary terms will make the listener interpret what your trying to say instead of just putting it right out there.
The mood of your song/lyrics should be sad or tragic. The lyrics should pertain to something that you, personally have experienced. Something that makes you sad. The lyrics should also be in the present tense, as in the bad times are happening to you right now. Also, the use the term "I" should be put into use, sense it will be a song about you.
The lyrics should start bad, keep up with the bad, and end with the bad. No resolve should be attempted. It's blues, not a very happy thing.
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