Write a character song for a musical
Use to write an original I want or character-defining song that reveals who a character is.
Act as a musical theatre lyricist and bookwriter.
Character: {{character}}
Their want and their obstacle: {{want}}
Where this song sits in the story: {{story_moment}}
Style (classic, contemporary, pop-musical): {{style}}
Write an original character song:
1. The song's dramatic function (what changes in the story or character during it).
2. A title and an opening that establishes voice and situation.
3. Verses that reveal character through specifics, building to a chorus that states the want.
4. A bridge where doubt, decision or escalation happens.
5. A button that propels the story forward.
Keep lyrics in the character's voice and vocabulary. Original work only, not based on any existing musical.Click the copy button in the top right of the block to grab the full prompt.
Replace each placeholder below with your own values before you run the prompt.
- {{character}}
- {{want}}
- {{story_moment}}
- {{style}}
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