Suno AI Meta Tags & Song Structure Command Guide

 

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 control emotion, layout, energy shifts, and more.

Use this guide to:

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

What Are Meta Tags?

Meta tags are keyword-style markers placed inside square brackets [ ] to help guide how Suno AI structures, performs, and styles your song during Custom Lyrics generation. They're not strict commands, but rather influence cues that shape arrangement, emotion, and instrumentation — especially in early sections.

Why Use Meta Tags?

  • Structure Your Song – Define intro, verses, chorus, and more
  • Guide the Mood – Insert emotional or tonal cues
  • Influence the Instrumentation – Add or emphasize specific instruments
  • Suggest Vocal Styling – Recommend vocal tone, effect, or harmony
  • Build Reusable Templates – Save time and maintain consistency across projects

Note: Meta tags only work inside the Custom Lyrics input field.

Meta Tag Format

  • Each tag must be enclosed in square brackets: [Tag: Value]
  • Use one tag per line or phrase
  • Use commas to separate descriptors inside a single tag
  • Tags should appear above or beside the lyrics they influence

Supported Meta Tags in Suno AI v4.5

1. Song Structure Tags

Tag Purpose
[Intro] Soft musical entry (often instrumental)
[Verse] Story or lyrical development section
[Chorus] Main hook or emotional peak
[Bridge] Contrast or transitional shift
[Drop] Beat-driven or instrumental break
[Outro] Final resolution or fade

2. Vocal Tags

Tag Purpose
[Vocalist: Female], [Vocalist: Male] General vocal gender
[Vocalist: Alto], [Vocalist: Tenor] Suggested vocal range (optional)
[Harmony: Yes] Adds background or layered vocals
[Vocal Effect: Reverb], [Vocal Effect: Delay] Suggests specific FX processing
[Vocal Tone: Whisper], [Vocal Tone: Aggressive] Suggests delivery style

Note: Vocal tags influence tone but do not allow for choosing specific voice models. Results may vary.

3. Mood & Energy Tags

Tag Purpose
[Mood: Melancholic], [Mood: Uplifting] Emotion shaping
[Tempo: Slow], [Tempo: Mid], [Tempo: Fast] Rhythmic pacing
[Energy: Low], [Energy: High] Overall track momentum
[Texture: Smooth], [Texture: Gritty] Guides tonal character

4. Instrumentation Tags

Tag Purpose
[Instrument: Piano] Adds piano emphasis
[Instrument: Electric Guitar (Distorted)] Suggests tone variant
[Instrument: Strings (Legato)] Adds emotional lift or cinematic flair
[Instrument: 808] Guides bass/beat structure

Note: Use 2–3 instrument tags per track for best results. Place early in the input.

5. Genre & Style Tags

Tag Purpose
[Genre: Gospel], [Genre: Trap], [Genre: EDM] Reinforces core genre
[Style: Lo-fi], [Style: Acoustic Session] Adds production texture
[Era: 1980s], [Era: 2000s] Suggests instrument/mix alignment

Tip: If you've already mentioned the genre in your main prompt, this tag reinforces but may not be necessary.

Example: Multi-Layered Tag Layout

[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.

Best Practices

  • ✅ Start with one tag per category
  • ✅ Place tags early — Suno weighs the first 20–30 words heavily
  • ✅ Avoid conflicting genres or emotional tags
  • ✅ Do not overstack instruments — 2–3 is ideal
  • ✅ Use Replace/Extend tools to refine structure after generation

Remix and Reuse

After generating a track with tags:

  • Save both prompt and lyric version in a clear folder structure
  • Use file naming from your Output Naming Tracker
  • Remix the song with Replace, Extend, or Cover
  • Track version numbers and changes using the AI Release Log

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