When I collaborate, I often do it with people who don't play an instrument but they have these good lyrics, but no music. When I write songs I have always had music, then i wrap the song up with lyrics, like a blanket. Is this normal? I mean, I know this is an age old question, but any other guitarists or pianists out there similiar? I think I would have a hard time creating music out of ...I DO have a hard time composing songs around lyrics. it never sounds right. advice needed. thank you.