55 Songs, One Mission: Jumpstarting a Human-Authored Music Career
The Story
My name is Kellie, and I am a songwriter with a "Vault" of 55 human-authored songs and a clear vision for the future. I’ve already done the groundwork: I’ve spent years honing my lyrics and I even built my own professional industry platform, verseandchorus.com, to showcase my portfolio.
Right now, I’m navigating a tough season—I’m currently without a car—but I’m not looking for a handout. I’m looking for an investment in my craft so I can earn my independence. My plan isn't just to make music; it’s to build a self-sustaining business.
The Goal: $3,500 for 3 "Human-Powered" Songs
While technology helps me create initial demos, the soul of a hit song—the kind that gets placed in prestige TV and film—comes from human connection. I am raising $3,500 to professionally record, mix, and master three of my standout tracks with real session musicians and vocalists.
I’m starting with:
- "Copper and Bone"
- "Author of a Lie" (or the deeply personal "The Chair: Song of Grief")
- A third selection from my 55-song portfolio.
The Strategy (ROI)
This is "seed money" for a career. It costs roughly $1,000 per song for high-end professional recording and mastering, plus a buffer for distribution and licensing. Once these three songs are "broadcast-ready," they become assets that can generate revenue through sync licensing.
My plan is to take the earnings from these first three songs and reinvest them directly back into the "Vault." This jumpstarts a cycle where the first three human-produced tracks eventually fund the remaining 52—and eventually, a car to get me back on the road.
Why Now? The Game Changers
I have reached a standstill with AI-generated demos. To move forward, I need the "Human" element to satisfy the industry relationships I've worked hard to build:
- Professional Validation: I have received glowing reviews on my lyrics from professional music supervisors.
- Nashville Song Service: They have expressed direct interest in "The Chair (Song of Grief)."
- Ghost Records: They are willing to match me dollar-for-dollar on streaming for one song now, with the potential for more based on performance.
These relationships are game changers, but they rely on me having humanized, broadcast-quality music.
How You Can Help
By donating, you aren’t just helping me record a song—you’re helping an independent artist bridge the gap from a home office to the global music market. Your support goes toward:
- Professional Session Musicians & Vocalists: To give the songs the organic breath they deserve.
- Studio Engineers: To ensure every track meets the highest industry standards.
- Career Independence: Helping me secure the placements I need to sustain my work.
I have the words. I have the platform at verseandchorus.com. I have the drive and the industry interest. I just need the spark to start the fire.
Thank you for supporting human-authored music and helping me turn this dream into a career.
