Module 1: Getting Started

Steps

• Sign up: Free = limited credits. Paid plans = larger credit pools and faster iteration.
• Modes: Simple (one prompt box). Custom (separate Lyrics and Style of Music, plus an Instrumental toggle).
• First Generation: Describe genre + mood + vocal type (or “instrumental only”). Click Create. Save winners, then iterate.

Rule: don’t chase perfection on your first prompt. Chase a usable foundation you can edit.

Module 2: Prompt Engineering

Prompt Taxonomy

Case Study: Iteration

1. Prompt 1: “Techno song.” → generic loop.
2. Prompt 2: “High-energy techno, 4/4 kick, dark bassline, robotic female hook.” → clearer hook.
3. Prompt 3: Add “clean mix, no harsh distortion.” → fewer artifacts.

Negative Prompting

Use exclusions like “instrumental only”, “no vocals”, “no screaming”, “no harsh distortion”.

Copy-Ready Structures

Genre/Era + Mood + 2–4 Instruments + Vocal Type + Topic + (optional) 1 production constraint

Cinematic orchestral, somber; strings + low brass + sparse piano; instrumental only; build to a hit at 0:40; clean mix.

Workflow tip: put your top 1–2 “must-haves” first. The more you add, the more it becomes negotiation.

Module 3: Styles, Genres, Moods

• One genre or a logical fusion (folk-rock; reggae + afrobeat).
• Add mood words (uplifting, aggressive, haunting) and era traits (80s synth; 90s R&B).
• Prefer traits over naming specific artists.
• If a blend sounds muddy, generate separate versions and combine later in a DAW.

Module 4: Lyrics

• Auto-lyrics (Simple Mode): topic-driven; fast iteration.
• Custom lyrics (Custom Mode): paste verse/chorus; keep labels clear and lines short enough to sing cleanly.
• Instrumental-first: best when you plan to record your own vocals later.
• Pronunciation tip: phonetic spelling for names/rare words can reduce garble.

Module 5: Audio + Pro Features

Do you have original audio you own?
 └─ Yes → Upload audio to guide intent
      ├─ Clean melody/voice note? → Build around it (audio-guided)
      ├─ Riff/loop? → Hybrid build (audio-guided + prompt)
      └─ Full idea? → Use section tools to refine (rewrite/remake/extend)
 └─ No → Generate from text prompt

Module 6: Building Full Songs

3-Stage Pipeline

1. Plan: V1 → CH → V2 → CH → BR → CH (target ~2:30–3:30).
2. Generate: keep style constants steady; write for singability.
3. Assemble: extend into/out of chorus; fix transitions before exporting.

Consistency Tips

• Keep constants: same genre fusion, tempo feel, vocal type.
• Reuse a motif (rhythm, melody fragment, or a key lyric line in chorus).
• Use a Persona as an identity anchor when making a “series” of songs.

Rule: edit sections, not the whole song. “Fix the hook” beats “reroll everything.”

Module 7: Export, Stems, and Editing

Export Reality (keep it accurate)

• Export options vary by plan and rollout. Check your export panel for what your account supports today.
• Use stems when you need real control (vocals down, drums swap, bass fix, cleaner mix).
• If you’re adding your real voice: export instrumental/stems → record vocals in a DAW → mix/master.

DAW Workflow

1. Import your full mix or stems into Audacity, GarageBand, BandLab, Reaper, etc.
2. Trim and crossfade between sections.
3. Balance vocal/instrument levels.
4. Light EQ + compression + space (reverb/delay) as needed.
5. Export final WAV/MP3 for your release workflow.

If vocals are baked into non-vocal stems, regeneration (instrumental-first) is often faster than “surgery.”

Module 8: Troubleshooting

• Missed instrument/mood: simplify prompt; regenerate 2–3 times; put must-haves first.
• Artifacts/dirty audio: reduce stacked tags; use one clean constraint (“clean mix”); fix arrangement before EQ.
• Sections don’t join: extend for overlap; crossfade in a DAW.
• Outputs drift: reduce prompt clutter; use Persona or keep constants identical across generations.

Module 9: Rights & Ethics (FAQ)

Can I monetize songs made on the Free plan?

Free-plan songs are for non-commercial use (no monetization). Starting a subscription later does not automatically grant retroactive commercial rights for free-plan songs.

Can I distribute to Spotify/Apple Music?

Songs made while subscribed to a paid plan are granted commercial use rights, which supports distribution and monetized content usage.

Do I keep rights after I cancel?

You keep the rights to songs you made while subscribed, even after cancellation (per Suno help guidance).

Can I upload copyrighted material?

No. Upload only audio and lyrics you own or have rights to. Don’t monetize anything that contains someone else’s protected material.

Is AI music “copyrightable” by default?

Rules vary by country. In practice, adding clear human contribution (lyrics, vocals, arrangement, production) strengthens your claim and reduces platform risk.

Avoid impersonation, deception, and disallowed content. If you plan to monetize, keep your rights chain clean.

Module 10: Glossary

Simple Mode

Single text box prompting.

Custom Mode

Separate lyrics/style inputs with more control.

Extend

Generate continuation/new section inspired by an existing track.

Stems

Separated vocal/instrument exports (availability varies).

Persona

Saved profile of a prior Suno result to improve consistency of a synthetic vocal character.

Copy-Ready Style Snippets

Gospel-soul ballad; warm Rhodes + soft organ; minimal brushes; expressive alto lead; gentle choir in chorus; intimate, hopeful; clean mix.

Reggae–Afrobeat fusion; offbeat skank guitar, tight afrobeat drums, deep bass; baritone lead; call-and-response hook; triumphant; crisp low-end, no harsh highs.

Lo-fi hip-hop; relaxed 78–86 bpm feel; dusty drums, warm vibraphone, vinyl crackle; instrumental only; cozy, mellow; soft tape saturation.

2000s pop-punk; fast 4/4; palm-muted verses; big octave chorus guitars; punchy live drums; raw tenor lead with gang shouts; energetic; radio-clean mix.