suno-music-creator

What this skill does

# Suno Music Creator

Professional workflow for creating high-quality music with Suno AI V5 and Suno Studio.

## Quick Reference

| Topic | Reference File |
|-------|----------------|
| Style prompts by genre | [references/style-library.md](references/style-library.md) |
| BPM guide by usage | [references/bpm-guide.md](references/bpm-guide.md) |
| Structure & meta-tags | [references/metatags.md](references/metatags.md) |
| Project templates | [references/project-types.md](references/project-types.md) |
| Distribution & rights | [references/distribution.md](references/distribution.md) |

## Plan Availability

| Feature | Pro ($10/mo) | Premier ($30/mo) |
|---------|--------------|------------------|
| V5 Model | ✅ | ✅ |
| Commercial rights | ✅ | ✅ |
| Suno Studio (DAW) | ❌ | ✅ |
| Credits/month | 2,500 | 10,000 |

## Core Workflow

### 1. Project Setup

Gather requirements:
- **Type**: Single track / Playlist / Album
- **Purpose**: Personal / Client / Commercial distribution
- **Style**: Genre(s), mood, energy level
- **Voice**: Male / Female / Mix / Instrumental
- **Language**: Target language for lyrics
- **Duration**: Track length or playlist total time (up to 8 min per generation)
- **Constraints**: Content restrictions, brand guidelines

### 2. Prompt Construction

**Style prompt formula:**
```
[Genre], [BPM] BPM, [Mood], [Key instruments], [Vocal type], [Production style]
```

**Negative prompting (V5):** Add exclusions directly:
```
Upbeat pop, 120 BPM, no guitars, no harsh distortion, clean mix
```

**Lyrics structure:** Place meta-tags in lyrics field (more effective than style prompt):
```
[Section Tag]
[Mood/Energy instruction]
Lyrics content (6-12 syllables per line for best alignment)
```

Consult [references/style-library.md](references/style-library.md) for tested prompts by genre.
Consult [references/metatags.md](references/metatags.md) for structure tags and vocal controls.

### 3. Generation Process

1. Generate 2-4 versions per track (V5 is 10x faster)
2. Select best output based on:
   - BPM accuracy (verify with external tool if critical)
   - Vocal clarity and emotion (V5 has authentic vocal tone)
   - Mix quality and instrument separation
   - Adherence to prompt
3. Apply post-processing:
   - **Extend**: Add sections, fix abrupt endings (use callbacks: "continue with same vibe")
   - **Remaster**: Subtle (uniform quality) / Medium / Wide (more variation)
   - **Crop**: Remove unwanted intro/outro
   - **Cover**: Change style or voice
   - **Replace Section**: Regenerate specific parts (Studio)

### 4. Quality Checklist

- [ ] BPM matches target (±5 BPM acceptable)
- [ ] Vocals clear and expressive
- [ ] No audio artifacts (V5 has better frequency separation)
- [ ] Structure complete (intro → verses → chorus → outro)
- [ ] Energy level appropriate for purpose
- [ ] Lyrics audible and correct
- [ ] Musical memory consistent (motifs recur correctly across 8 min)

### 5. Export & Delivery

- **Distribution**: WAV 16-bit/44.1kHz
- **Preview/Draft**: MP3 320kbps
- **Stems**: Vocals, drums, bass, guitar, synths, etc. (Pro/Premier)
- **MIDI**: Export available (Studio)
- **Artwork**: 3000x3000px for distribution

## Suno Studio (Premier Only)

Suno Studio is a Generative Audio Workstation (GAW) combining DAW editing with AI generation.

### Key Features

| Feature | Description |
|---------|-------------|
| **Multi-track Timeline** | Arrange, layer, edit with precision |
| **Stem Separation** | Auto-split into vocals, drums, bass, etc. |
| **Take Lanes** | Compare multiple generated versions |
| **Comping** | Combine best parts from different takes |
| **Replace Section** | Regenerate any slice with smooth crossfades |
| **BPM/Pitch Control** | Adjust tempo and pitch per track |
| **Record Audio** | Record directly into timeline |
| **Sample to Song** | Upload short clips, expand to full compositions |
| **MIDI Export** | Export for external DAW editing |
| **Auto-save** | Projects save automatically |

### Studio Workflow

1. Create or import song into Studio
2. View stems in Details panel → Insert All to timeline
3. Use Take Lanes to audition versions
4. Comp best sections to Main Track
5. Add/Replace instruments or vocals
6. Export: Full Song, Selected Range, or Multitracks

## V5 Features Summary

| Feature | Benefit |
|---------|---------|
| **Persistent Memory** | Motifs stay consistent across 8 minutes |
| **Negative Prompting** | Exclude elements: "no vocals", "no guitars" |
| **Better Vocals** | Natural pronunciation, authentic emotion |
| **Cleaner Mix** | Superior frequency separation, less "mud" |
| **Faster Generation** | 10x speed improvement |
| **Intelligent Arrangement** | Auto-structures verses, choruses, bridges |
| **Hoooks** | Create shareable short clips for promotion |

## Project-Specific Workflows

### Single Track

1. Define style, mood, target duration (up to 8 min)
2. Write structured lyrics with meta-tags (6-12 syllables/line)
3. Generate and select best version
4. Extend if needed (use callbacks for consistency)
5. Remaster (Subtle) for polish

### Playlist Creation

1. Define theme, total duration, track count
2. Plan energy curve (see [references/bpm-guide.md](references/bpm-guide.md))
3. Create consistent style template or save a Persona
4. Generate tracks following progression
5. Remaster all tracks (Subtle) for cohesion
6. Verify total timing and transitions

### Corporate/Client Projects

1. Research context (company, brand, values)
2. Identify key messages and tone
3. Write lyrics incorporating brand elements
4. Generate with appropriate professional style
5. Use Studio (Premier) for precise editing if needed
6. Prepare multiple versions for client review
7. Document process for revisions

## Best Practices

### Do
- Specify exact BPM for tempo-critical projects
- Write original lyrics (strengthens copyright claims)
- Use era references ("80s synths", "90s boom bap")
- Keep prompts focused: 1-2 genres + 1 mood + instruments
- Front-load important tags in first lines
- Use callbacks on Extend: "continue with same vibe as chorus"
- Use negative prompting to exclude unwanted elements
- Save successful prompts and Personas for reuse
- Keep lyrics to 6-12 syllables per line for best alignment

### Don't
- Name specific artists (copyright risk)
- Overload prompts with contradicting terms
- Use vague descriptions ("cool song")
- Skip the Remaster step for playlists
- Ignore content restrictions for target audience
- Chain too many Extends without callbacks (causes drift)

## Commercial Rights

- **Pro/Premier accounts**: Commercial rights included
- **Write original lyrics**: Reinforces your rights
- **Keep invoices**: Proof of license for distributors
- **After cancellation**: Rights retained on created content

For distribution details, see [references/distribution.md](references/distribution.md).