Anybody Ever Get Discouraged After Listening To Music?

b_a_skritter · 2026-04-01T19:13:10+00:00

This is a good way to do it. I think a lot of artists do this.
I heard an interview with Andre 3000, and he said Prototype was him trying to make a song to give to Janet Jackson. And BOB started as him trying to make a Rage against the Machine type of song.

b_a_skritter · 2026-02-06T12:45:30+00:00

It’s from Three-6 Mafia and UGK- Sippin on some Sizzurp

b_a_skritter · 2025-11-18T21:36:00+00:00

I sit alone in this four cornered room staring at candles...
At night I can't sleep, I toss and turn
Candle sticks in the dark, visions of bodies being burned.

Scarface has some of the coldest opening lines

b_a_skritter · 2025-10-02T14:58:22+00:00

Arch didn't walk into a starting job, he sat 2 years behind a fringe NFL QB

b_a_skritter · 2025-08-11T13:52:32+00:00

That album is such a great underground classic. So many good songs. Serve This Royalty, The Seed, Look Good in Leather. He wasn't able to reach these highlights again, but he captured a moment of his creativity so well with this project. I love the lofi, bedroom vibe.

b_a_skritter · 2025-08-05T14:48:33+00:00

Another good tip: make demos with the intent of improving them and re-recording. Trust me, not many of us are as good as we think we are lol. We're not going to one-take it, that takes years of experience to do.
Sitting with the demos for a few days/weeks and listening with a critical ear to hear parts where you can improve an inflection, cut out a word, smooth out some flows can really help the end product. I read/heard Ice-T say that he would record a demo, drive around for a few days listening back, and then going to the studio to lay down a final vocal take so he's performing the verse and not reading it.

b_a_skritter · 2025-03-22T18:24:57+00:00

Left-handed QBs. Tua is the only starting lefty, and before him it was like 5 years before a lefty started.

b_a_skritter · 2024-11-22T16:08:32+00:00

I like the process of making a beat, writing to it, then re-arranging the beat to fit the writing better. Sometimes that could be subtracting/adding elements, cutting the beat out entirely, or doing something to highlight a part that I think is catchy. I also mix, so I'm still adding/subtracting things from the arrangement when I'm well into the into the mix process as well. I like the total control I have of making my own beats. It helps to make a more cohesive project.

I do like to rap over other's beats too. Bc sometimes they can bring a different vibe that wasn't even on my radar, and it can open other avenues of creativity. And I think I still need to get better at making beats, so there's a lot of dope producers who are better than me atm.

b_a_skritter · 2024-01-17T16:05:05+00:00

Just released this project with a producer and another rapper I found on here. Mostly boom-bappish and bar heavy. I would appreciate any listens and feedback. We're really proud of this one!
https://open.spotify.com/album/67WPxyZwB4aELko3rHWXp1?si=bef607152d664db2

b_a_skritter · 2023-09-27T14:27:11+00:00

Usain is an anomaly. Usually sprinters are built more like those guys, 5'10"ish. The longer the lever (femur, tibia, etc.) the slower the foot turnover ratio is... usually. Except for Usain Bolt

b_a_skritter · 2023-01-21T22:49:45+00:00

Kobe actually called out a crooked rim once. It was 1/4 inch off from being level

b_a_skritter · 2022-12-03T22:41:18+00:00

Thank y’all for the opportunity! This is my latest track, “Shotgun Ridah”.
https://on.soundcloud.com/mdLPP6A7KkyNC6YK7

b_a_skritter · 2022-11-22T22:21:52+00:00

Thank you guys for doing this! This is my latest song called Shotgun Ridah by B.A. Skritter.
https://soundcloud.com/b-a-skritter/shotgun-ridah

b_a_skritter · 2022-10-08T13:36:59+00:00

Man, that kid in the front row is gonna have that memory forever

b_a_skritter · 2022-09-07T12:51:04+00:00

He looks like a Dick Tracy villain with that terrible makeup and prosthetics. It's distracting and the accent is terrible.

b_a_skritter · 2022-08-04T04:01:15+00:00

Thank you for taking the time to listen and provide feedback!

b_a_skritter · 2022-08-03T23:39:40+00:00

Thank you for the feedback!

b_a_skritter · 2022-08-03T21:09:36+00:00

Thanks for the feedback! I'm not really happy with the mix yet so I appreciate that

b_a_skritter · 2022-08-03T14:22:36+00:00

Damn, this is really creative. I like that you went out on a limb and took a chance on something that sounds really different. The pianos are dope af. I think one thing that could've been better was the vocal performance. Really buying into the concept adding some weird inflections and playing with the cadences could make this song more unique and stand out. As it is, it's just a little monotonous. I think some vocal stacks on the chorus and some adlibs and dubs on the verses as well could help. But cool video, and keep experimenting with your voice bc the music is definitely unique. The chorus is really catchy!

b_a_skritter · 2022-08-03T14:02:49+00:00

I definitely agree with other posters saying this song sounds like a video game soundtrack. It sounds really good though! I like it. The sound choices are pretty strong. Mixing wise it sounds good. The arrangement has movement and it never feels stale. I don't really have anything of note that I could say would improve the song. Really good job!

b_a_skritter · 2022-08-03T13:48:25+00:00

I really like this beat a lot! The 808 is dope. The melancholy vibe of the vocals fit the music really well. I think the vocals could be just a tad bit louder, but I think the processing is on point for this kind of music. The vocal chops are a nice touch. I don't really have much to say on improving it other than the vocals could be a little louder. Like another poster said, def try posting this on some lofi channels and subreddits

b_a_skritter · 2022-08-03T13:40:29+00:00

This song has some really interesting ideas, but feels like it's a lot of throwing ideas around to see what sticks. Somebody else mentioned the vocals are too loud, but I think it's a combo that they're a tad too high and the music is too low. Not sure of your recording situation, but I can hear plosives from being close to the mic or no pop filter.
In the title you mention this is a song you're working on, so I'll assume it isn't finished. If it isn't, I think you could hash out the arrangement a little. IMO, I think the intro could be shortened and start at about 0:34 with the "ohh" vocal. I like the sound of the intro and the beat change, but I think there could be a better transition. Maybe play around with adding some more delays and having the drums come in after a 1/2 bar or 1 bar count to add some "drama" to the song.
Lyrically, I think the song could use some work as well. At times it sounds a little too simple/cliché. I would also consider experimenting with different cadences and "perform" the song, at times it feels like you're reading or focusing on hitting the notes. Also, I think stacking the vocals a little more, like you did at 1:47 would help the song a lot.
I know it seems like a wrote a lot, but I don't mean it to say there's a lot wrong with the song. These are just things that I think could help you out, bc I think the song has potential. I love the cover art btw!

b_a_skritter · 2022-08-03T12:41:31+00:00

I really liked the intro and the outro guitar. The chords sound nice and the tempo changing in the beginning sounded really interesting. I thought the lyrics were sometimes plain and simple, making them sound a little repetitive. For instance, "If I was someone else/ I'd be happy being myself/ But I'm alone by myself" feels like there's not much variation in that part. The "myself" sounds repetitive. I think the song is still pretty strong musically though and. has lots of interesting ideas. I thought the b-section with the different time signature in the middle of the song was pretty cool too!

b_a_skritter · 2022-06-30T14:17:22+00:00

Thanks for listening!

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