Research Artist For Suno

Usage

Research an Artist (General Style)

/research-artist Phoebe Bridgers
/research-artist The National
/research-artist boygenius

What happens:

1. Skill extracts artist name from your request
2. Launches song-researcher sub-agent automatically
3. Sub-agent performs web research (Genius, HookTheory, Spotify)
4. Sub-agent analyzes 3-4 representative songs
5. Returns structured research report with patterns

Research a Specific Song

/research-artist Sabrina Carpenter - Manchild
/research-artist Phoebe Bridgers - Motion Sickness
/research-artist Taylor Swift - All Too Well

What happens:

1. Skill extracts artist name AND specific song
2. Launches song-researcher sub-agent
3. Sub-agent performs deep analysis of that specific song
4. Sub-agent also analyzes 2-3 other songs from same artist for context
5. Returns comprehensive report with song-specific patterns plus artist context

Research Workflow

Automated Web Research

The song-researcher sub-agent automatically:

From Genius.com:

• Fetches complete lyrics
• Extracts song structure markers (Verse, Chorus, Bridge)
• Collects annotations and context

From HookTheory.com / Chord Sites:

• Searches for chord progressions
• Extracts key signatures if available
• Notes musical theory elements

From Spotify / Music Sites:

• Identifies genre tags
• Finds similar artists
• Gathers production context

Pattern Extraction

Lyrical Patterns Analyzed:

• Syllable counts: Lines per section, consistency patterns
• Rhyme scheme: AABB, ABAB, ABCB, loose/tight rhyming
• Structure: Verse/chorus/bridge line counts, repetition
• Metaphors: Central metaphor systems, imagery patterns
• Vocabulary: Characteristic word choices, formality level
• Emotional arc: Progression through song sections

Musical Context:

• Chord progressions: Common patterns, key signatures
• Production style: Recording techniques, instrumentation
• Vocal delivery: Range, dynamics, characteristic techniques

Multi-Song Synthesis

When researching a specific song:

• Primary analysis: Deep dive into that specific song
• Context songs: Analyze 2-3 other representative tracks
• Pattern synthesis: Identify what's consistent (artist signature) vs. variable (song-specific)

When researching an artist generally:

• Analyzes 3-4 representative popular songs
• Identifies consistent patterns across catalog
• Notes variations and evolution

Research Report Format

Receive a structured markdown report with:

# Research Report: [Artist] - [Song if specified]

## Research Quality
- **Confidence Score:** [90-100% / 70-89% / 50-69% / <50%]
- **Sources Used:** Genius ✓/✗, Chords ✓/✗, Spotify/Context ✓/✗
- **Songs Analyzed:** [count] total
- **Primary Song:** [song name if specific]
- **Context Songs:** [other songs analyzed]

## Primary Song Analysis (if specific song)
### Lyrical Structure
- Syllable patterns: [X-Y per line, consistency notes]
- Rhyme scheme: [AABB/ABAB/ABCB/etc.]
- Verse structure: [lines, pattern]
- Chorus structure: [lines, pattern]

### Thematic Elements
- Central metaphor: [description]
- Emotional arc: [progression]
- Characteristic vocabulary: [word choices]
- Tone: [intimate/playful/melancholic/etc.]

### Musical Context
- Chord progression: [if available]
- Key: [if available]
- Production notes: [style, instrumentation]

## Artist Context
### Consistent Patterns (Artist Signature)
- Syllable tendencies: [consistent across songs]
- Rhyme preferences: [typical schemes]
- Metaphor approach: [concrete vs. abstract]
- Production style: [lo-fi/polished/etc.]

### Variations Across Songs
- [what changes song to song]
- [stylistic range]

## Recommendations for Suno Prompt

**Genre Section:**