THE HIT SONG BLUEPRINT

Understanding the Fundamental Building Blocks of a Hit

(Includes Video Recording of the Live Masterclass + Masterclass Materials)


While no two hit songs are exactly alike, most possess core commonalities that are fundamental to their success.
Sign up for this masterclass to find out what they are!


From melody and hooks, to lyrics and rhymes, to structure and arrangement, this masterclass will provide you with a strong foundation of the elements consistently found in today's hits.

This is the most thorough

master class that I have attended.
Recommend it to all.

Sandy Chen // Songwriter

Warner Chappell Music

I can't stress enough how important
HSD is to any serious
professional hit songwriter.

Hilton Wright II //

Record Producer/Songwriter

These are not just songwriting
tips and tricks; these workshops are
a masterclass in hit songwriting.

George Haughton //

Educator/Songwriter

Using the acclaimed Hit Songs Deconstructed methodology for analyzing music paired with Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 case studies, you'll gain unique insight into how today's hits are crafted, what they have in common at their core, and learn how those principles can be applied to your own music.


After exploring current hit songwriting trends, you'll learn what the most effective melody, hook writing, lyrical, structural and arrangement techniques found in today's hits are. We explore why they are being used and what makes them so effective.


By watching this masterclass, you'll walk away with a brand new set of tools and techniques that you can immediately start using to maximize the impact of your songs, regardless of the genre you are writing and producing in.


Length: 2 Hours

Format: Video recording of the live masterclass accompanied by a downloadable companion presentation deck.

Release Date: 2022

Price: $299

This masterclass will give you a new toolbox of proven techniques that will help take your songs to the next level!

What you will learn:

  • The Five Pillars of a Hit Song 
  • Current hit songwriting trends
  • What today’s hit songs have in common 
  • The most frequently used melody, hook writing, lyrical, structural and arrangement techniques being used in today’s hits
  • Proven techniques that will help take your songs to the next level

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should buy this masterclass?

Songwriters, producers, instrumentalists and music industry professionals who have the goal of being involved in today’s mainstream music scene.

What knowledge of songwriting and music theory is required?

A solid foundation in the basic craft of songwriting and music theory is highly recommended.

What is the basis for the material covered?

We focus on Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 hits.

How is the material be conveyed?

Hit Songs Deconstructed masterclasses feature a combination of audio examples, graphs, charts, commentary, and, in some cases, Logic Pro sessions to illustrate principles and techniques.

Active listening exercises are at the core our masterclasses, so make sure you watch the masterclass with high quality audio/headphones.

WHAT DO I GET WHEN I PURCHASE THIS MASTERCLASS?

  • The video recording of the live 3 hour masterclass
  • The PDF of the masterclass presentation deck
  • A Spotify playlist with all the songs referenced during the presentation

How long will i have access to the masterclass video and materials?

You will have unlimited access to the video and masterclass materials.

“Hit Songs Deconstructed has really pushed my music to a competitive level. The instructors are at the top of their game, detailed, and cover absolutely everything that's happening in current, charting successful music.”

JULAPINK // Pop Recording Artist

The way songs are broken down is extremely useful in really solidifying your understanding of what's happening in the most popular music, and how you can incorporate it in your own.


Omar Zulfi // Music Artist/Producer, Deviant Noise

The Hit Songs Deconstructed  masterclass was amazing! I am stunned by the WEALTH of information available through this program, and the manner in which it was presented. Very impressive!

Nick Martin // artist/producer

Ready to start writing and producing
with a hit song mentality?

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