This article was originally published in 2024 and fully updated in June 2025 to reflect Suno AI v4.5 improvements and integration with the GET JACKED Creator System.

Suno AI Meta Tags & Song Structure Command Guide

Master Custom Lyrics with Structured Meta Tag Control

Suno AI v4.5 supports prompt-based meta tags that allow creators to shape how songs are structured, sung, and mixed — even before hitting “Create.” These tags let you guide emotion, layout, energy shifts, and production flow.

• Structure lyrics that Suno understands
• Insert emotional, mood, and genre markers
• Control transitions, effects, instruments, and vocalists
• Improve consistency across outputs and remix trails

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What Are Meta Tags?

Meta tags are keyword-style markers placed inside square brackets [ ] that help guide how Suno structures and styles your song. They act as influence cues — especially impactful in the first 20–30 words of your prompt.

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Why Use Meta Tags?

• Structure Your Song – Define intro, verse, chorus, etc.
• Guide the Mood – Insert emotional cues
• Influence the Instruments – Suggest sonic focus
• Suggest Vocal Tone – Recommend vocal texture or harmony
• Build Templates – Stay consistent across tracks

Note: Meta tags only apply in the Custom Lyrics input.

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Meta Tag Format

• Use square brackets: [Tag: Value]
• Separate descriptors with commas
• Use one tag per line for clarity
• Position tags above or beside the lyrics they influence

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Supported Meta Tags in Suno v4.5

1. Song Structure Tags

Tag	Purpose
[Intro]	Soft or instrumental lead-in
[Verse]	Lyrical development
[Chorus]	Main hook or emotional core
[Bridge]	Contrast section or pivot
[Drop]	Beat-driven instrumental focus
[Outro]	Closure or fade-out

2. Vocal Tags

Tag	Purpose
[Vocalist: Female]	Suggests vocal gender
[Vocalist: Alto]	Suggests range
[Harmony: Yes]	Add background vocals
[Vocal Effect: Reverb]	Suggest audio FX
[Vocal Tone: Whisper]	Guide vocal style

3. Mood & Energy Tags

Tag	Purpose
[Mood: Uplifting]	Emotion or feel
[Tempo: Mid]	General rhythm
[Energy: High]	Track momentum
[Texture: Gritty]	Tonality influence

4. Instrumentation Tags

Tag	Purpose
[Instrument: Piano]	Promote instrument use
[Instrument: Electric Guitar (Distorted)]	Add edge or tone
[Instrument: Strings (Legato)]	Elevate emotional feel
[Instrument: 808]	Suggest beat/bass format

5. Genre & Style Tags

Tag	Purpose
[Genre: Gospel]	Set genre reference
[Style: Lo-fi]	Add texture/style filter
[Era: 2000s]	Suggest sound era

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Example Tag Prompt

[Intro]
[Genre: Orchestral Rock]
[Mood: Intense]
[Instrument: Electric Guitar (Distorted)]
[Instrument: Strings (Legato)]
[Instrument: Drums (Heavy)]

[Verse]
[Energy: Medium]
Through the night, the echoes call,  
A silent storm begins to fall.

[Chorus]
[Energy: High]
Light the fire, feel the sound,  
Rise again, never back down.

[Bridge]
[Vocal Effect: Delay]
We rise and fall and rise again.

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Best Practices

• Use one tag per category to start
• Place all key tags at the top
• Use 2–3 instruments max per song
• Avoid conflicting tags (e.g., low + high energy)
• Refine with Replace, Extend, or Cover tools

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Remix and Reuse

• Save your lyric and prompt versions clearly
• Track changes using your AI Release Log
• Label your exports using an Output Naming Tracker
• Remix versions using Suno tools or BandLab

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Build More Than Songs — Build Your System

• Want lyrics that match your structure? Use the JR Righteous Lyrics Lab GPT
• Need help releasing your first drop? Get the GET JACKED AI Starter Kit
• Still finding your artist identity? Use the JR Brand Identity Architect GPT

➡️ Go deeper: Upgrade to the Creator Kit Bundle — includes pro-level templates, trackers, and remix workflows.

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Explore the Full Suno Quick Start Series

1. Overview: Quick Start Landing Page
2. Page 1: Getting Started with Suno AI
3. Page 2: Meta Tags + Structure
4. Page 3: Edit Tools
5. Page 4: Upload & Remix Your Tracks
6. Page 5: Export + Release Like a Pro

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