Luis Castanheira

Songwriter Lyricist Mentee

I'm a songwriter looking to collaborate with other like-minded songwriters.

I'm a songwriter who wants others to record my songs.

I'm a composer looking for lyrics to write music to.

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M734271

Genres

Country, Ethnic, Hip-hop, Jazz, Metal, Oldies, Pop, Rap, R&B, Folk, Blues, Gospel, Singer-Songwriter, Dance, Funk, Reggae

Joined

27 Jan, 2024

City

Seattle

Country

United States

Looking For

Songwriters, Singers, Producers, Mentors

Uses AI

Yes

Charges for services

No

Willing to pay

No

Experience

Beginner

Last Active

17 Jul, 2026

Descriptionm a composer and songwriter focused primarily on melody and lyrics. My creative process usually starts with vocal lines, themes, and song structures, which I then develop through collaboration with arrangers, producers, and singers. My biggest influence is Alan Menken and musical theatre, particularly the focus on strong melodic storytelling and emotionally driven songs. At the same time, I enjoy writing in many different styles and genres, adapting my approach to the needs of each song rather than limiting myself to one sound. I’m not a producer or arranger myself, and I intentionally work with people whose skills complement mine. Over the years, I’ve written 200+ melodies, many of which are waiting to be developed into fully realized songs through collaboration. I have a YouTube channel where I share some of my work. Several of the songs there were created through traditional collaborations and do not use AI vocals. More recent uploads include AI-generated vocals, used strictly as concept demos when singers weren’t available. These tracks are meant to communicate melodic direction, phrasing, and emotional intent — not as final versions. Music, for me, is about creative exchange rather than commercial output. I’m interested in collaborating with musicians who enjoy shaping songs together and care about making music they genuinely want to listen to. If you’re a producer, arranger, or singer looking for strong melodic ideas and lyrics to develop further, we may be a good fit.

Dreams & AmbitionsMusic is something I do primarily for fun and creative fulfillment, not as a commercial pursuit. I enjoy writing songs, exploring ideas, and collaborating with others simply because I love the process. There’s no pressure, no fixed outcome — just making music that feels right. That said… who knows? If one day this path leads to scoring a film, a musical, or a larger storytelling project, I’d welcome that adventure. For now, the focus is on creativity, collaboration, and enjoying the journey wherever it leads.

Use of AII use AI vocals only as placeholders for demos — never as a final artistic choice