It's Not Just A Song - Book

This is a preorder item and will be released in September 2025

It’s Not Just A Song is the debut book from GRAMMY and BRIT nominated Irish singer-songwriter RuthAnne Cunningham that serves as both a rare behind-the-scenes look into the secretive world of songwriting and the must-have guide to writing hit songs. As an essential guide for aspiring songwriters, the book features insights from industry heavyweights and candid discussions on navigating the music business and sustaining a career, as well as revealing the stories behind mammoth hits such as Adele’s ‘Someone Like You’ and Ed Sheeran’s ‘Thinking Out Loud’.

RuthAnne shares her own stories of navigating the traditional music industry “Boys’ Club”, as well as exploring the psychology of the writing room, building relationships, production, what makes a good (or bad) deal, royalties and revenue, and the art of staying inspired. Her incomparable experience offers young artists invaluable tools to get a step ahead in their early career and be wary of the hidden pitfalls.

Featuring high-profile interviews with the likes of GRAMMY-winner Amy Wadge (co-writer with Ed Sheeran), multi-platinum songwriter/producer Julian Bunetta (co-writer with Sabrina Carpenter), co-writer on Dua Lipa’s ‘New Rules’, Emily Warren, and Adele co-writer Dan Wilson - this is the book that hit songwriters wish they had!

RuthAnne Cunningham has written for global superstars including Britney Spears, John Legend, Diana Ross, One Direction, and Niall Horan, earning her a reputation as one of the most talented and sought-after songwriters of her generation. Her own single ‘The Vow’ broke into the UK Top 40, hit #1 in Ireland twice, and continues to chart globally.

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