Suno AI Tags Guide

Complete reference for all Suno AI commands and tags to create professional music prompts

Structure Tags Style Tags Vocal Tags Instruments Production Mood & Atmosphere
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Structure Tags

Control the song structure and flow. Place these tags at the beginning of each section in your lyrics.

[Intro]

Opening section, usually instrumental or minimal vocals

[Verse]

Main storytelling section with lyrics

[Verse 1]

First verse - specify verse numbers for variation

[Pre-Chorus]

Build-up section before the chorus

[Chorus]

Main hook, most memorable and catchy part

[Post-Chorus]

Section after chorus, maintains energy

[Bridge]

Contrasting section, often with different melody

[Break]

Instrumental break or pause in vocals

[Drop]

EDM-style drop with heavy bass and energy

[Build]

Rising tension before a drop or chorus

[Outro]

Closing section, often fading out

[End]

Signals the end of the song

[Instrumental]

No vocals, pure instrumental section

[Interlude]

Short connecting passage between sections

[Hook]

Catchy, repeated musical phrase

[Refrain]

Repeated lyrical phrase or line

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Style & Genre Tags

Define the overall musical style, genre, and era of your song.

[Pop]

Modern pop sound with catchy melodies

[Rock]

Guitar-driven rock sound

[Hip-Hop]

Hip-hop beats and rhythms

[R&B]

Rhythm and blues, soulful style

[EDM]

Electronic dance music

[Jazz]

Jazz harmonies and improvisation

[Classical]

Orchestral, classical music style

[Country]

Country music with acoustic guitars

[Reggae]

Jamaican reggae rhythms

[Folk]

Acoustic folk music style

[Metal]

Heavy metal with distorted guitars

[Punk]

Fast, energetic punk rock

[Synthwave]

80s-inspired electronic sound

[Lo-fi]

Chill, low-fidelity aesthetic

[K-Pop]

Korean pop music style

[Latin]

Latin rhythms and percussion

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Vocal Tags

Control vocal style, techniques, and characteristics.

[Male Vocals]

Male singer voice

[Female Vocals]

Female singer voice

[Duet]

Two singers performing together

[Choir]

Choir or group vocals

[Harmonies]

Vocal harmonies and layering

[Falsetto]

High-pitched falsetto voice

[Breathy Vocals]

Soft, airy vocal delivery

[Raspy Vocals]

Rough, textured voice

[Whispered]

Whispered or spoken softly

[Belting]

Powerful, projected singing

[Rap]

Rapping vocal style

[Spoken Word]

Spoken rather than sung

[Vocoder]

Robotic vocoder effect

[Auto-Tune]

Auto-tune vocal effect

[Ad-libs]

Improvised vocal additions

[Scatting]

Jazz-style vocal improvisation

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Instrument Tags

Specify instruments and sounds to include in your track.

[Piano]

Acoustic or electric piano

[Acoustic Guitar]

Acoustic guitar strumming or picking

[Electric Guitar]

Electric guitar, clean or distorted

[Bass]

Bass guitar or synth bass

[Synth Bass]

Synthesized bass sounds

[Drums]

Acoustic drum kit

[808]

TR-808 drum machine sounds

[Synthesizer]

Electronic synthesizer sounds

[Strings]

String section (violins, cellos)

[Orchestra]

Full orchestral arrangement

[Brass]

Brass instruments (trumpet, trombone)

[Saxophone]

Saxophone melody or solo

[Violin]

Violin melody or accompaniment

[Flute]

Flute melodies

[Harp]

Harp arpeggios and glissandos

[Organ]

Church or Hammond organ

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Production Tags

Control production techniques, effects, and audio characteristics.

[Reverb]

Spacious reverb effect

[Delay]

Echo and delay effects

[Distortion]

Distorted, gritty sound

[Compressed]

Heavy compression for punch

[Sidechain]

Sidechain compression pumping

[Filter Sweep]

Filter automation effect

[Vinyl Crackle]

Vintage vinyl noise texture

[Tape Saturation]

Warm analog tape sound

[Stereo Wide]

Wide stereo image

[Mono]

Mono, centered sound

[Panning]

Left-right audio movement

[Fade In]

Gradual volume increase

[Fade Out]

Gradual volume decrease

[Glitch]

Glitchy, stuttering effects

[Chopped]

Chopped and rearranged audio

[Layered]

Multiple layered sounds

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Mood & Atmosphere Tags

Set the emotional tone and atmosphere of your music.

[Energetic]

High energy, upbeat feeling

[Melancholic]

Sad, reflective mood

[Dreamy]

Ethereal, dreamlike atmosphere

[Dark]

Dark, moody tone

[Uplifting]

Positive, inspiring feel

[Aggressive]

Intense, aggressive energy

[Chill]

Relaxed, laid-back vibe

[Romantic]

Love and romance theme

[Nostalgic]

Retro, reminiscent feeling

[Mysterious]

Enigmatic, suspenseful mood

[Epic]

Grand, cinematic scale

[Intimate]

Close, personal feeling

[Euphoric]

Intense joy and happiness

[Haunting]

Eerie, ghostly atmosphere

[Groovy]

Funky, danceable feel

[Peaceful]

Calm, tranquil mood

Pro Tips for Using Tags

1

Combine Tags

Mix structure tags with style and mood tags for best results. Example: [Verse][Breathy Vocals][Dreamy]

2

Order Matters

Place structure tags at the start of each section in your lyrics for proper song organization.

3

Be Specific

Use detailed descriptions alongside tags. Instead of just [Rock], try "Heavy rock with distorted guitars and powerful drums".

4

Experiment

Try unusual combinations! [Jazz][808][Dreamy] might create something unique and interesting.

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