How to Make a "Great" Song *
Lyrics- Words that stick in your head all day. A message that brings you to tears. Powerful letters soaked in raw emotion. Or even a repeating word that you can't seem to shake until you buy the actually song. Now that's "great."
(I Wanna Get Better - Bleachers)
Rhythm- A beat that instantly catches your attention. Songs with a tempo so ensnaring you know within seconds that it's a song you want to own. A guitar strum that makes you itch with the need to strum along with the artist. Instant chart-toppers all have a contagious beat.
(Under Cover of Darkness - The Strokes)
Meaning- Hearing a song and being able to make it your own. Matching songs to personal experiences is truly one of the best parts of listening to music.(Youth - Daughter)
A History Of Success- A band or musician with known talent and a reputation for being excellent is sure to produce quality music. Fans of these artists are particularly blessed with a sound assurance that they will be supplied with "great" songs until the artist's reign of excellency is over. *
(Lazaretto - Jack White)
Combine all four and you got yourself an iTunes top 50 on your hands.
(Fever - The Black Keys)
*This is completely my opinion so take it as you would a grain of salt.
* Keep in mind all bands and solo artists start at the bottom. If you discover a band with no history at all but they produce amazing music, you have found a budding rose of imminent talent. Treasure it for all its worth.