1a) week #1: write some phrases that rhyme(at least 2 sets of 4). Rhyme
    scheme can be AABB or ABAB or ABCB  Speak them in a normal conversational flow.
 b) Record that.
 c) Then put a melody (with chords) to it. Record that

2a) week #2 - write a melody with chords for a verse/chorus.
 b) Record it (piano and da da voice).
 c) Then put lyrics to it that conversationally match the scansion and...
 d) record that.