TL;DR

Short songs happen from too few sections or sparse lyrics
Add more structure sections: verses, bridges, instrumentals
Extend lyrics and add [Instrumental] sections for length

Length fix: add [Verse 2], [Bridge], [Instrumental], [Outro] sections. More sections = longer song.

How to Fix Suno Songs That Are Too Short

Suno songs that end too quickly usually lack enough content or structure sections. The AI generates length based on your lyrics and section tags. More sections, more lyrics, and explicit duration cues create longer songs. These fixes address common causes of too-short output.

Copy/Paste Prompts

Extended Structure

[Intro]
[Verse 1]
[Pre-Chorus]
[Chorus]
[Verse 2]
[Pre-Chorus]
[Chorus]
[Bridge]
[Instrumental]
[Final Chorus]
[Outro]

Length Style Prompt

full length song, extended arrangement, complete song structure, multiple verses, instrumental sections, full duration

Instrumental Extension

Add [Instrumental] sections: [Intro - 8 bars], [Instrumental Break], [Guitar Solo], [Outro - extended]

Verse Extension

Write 3 verses instead of 2. Add [Verse 3] before final chorus. More lyric content = longer song.

Outro Extension

[Outro]
Fade out slowly
Extended ending
Let it breathe
[Instrumental fade]

Common Mistakes

Only verse-chorus-verse-chorus structure: Minimal structure produces minimal length - add bridge, outro, instrumental
Very short lyrics under each tag: 2-line verses produce short sections - write 4-8 lines per section
No instrumental sections: Instrumentals add length without needing lyrics - use them
No intro or outro: Missing bookends cut overall length - always include these sections
Only one verse: Single verse structures are inherently short - add Verse 2 and Verse 3

Quick Fixes

Problem	Fix
`Song under 2 minutes`	Add: [Verse 2], [Bridge], [Instrumental], [Extended Outro]
`Sections too brief`	Write more lyrics per section: 6-8 lines for verses, 4-6 for chorus
`Abrupt ending`	Add [Outro] with lyrics or [Instrumental Outro] for extended close
`No instrumental breaks`	Add [Instrumental] or [Solo] sections between vocal sections
`Missing intro`	Add [Intro] section - can be instrumental or have minimal vocals

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my Suno songs so short?

Song length is determined by structure sections and lyric content. More sections equal longer songs. More lines per section equal longer sections. Add [Verse 2], [Bridge], [Instrumental], [Outro]. Write 6-8 lines per verse. Include style prompt 'full length song'.

How do I add instrumental sections?

Use [Instrumental] tag with no lyrics beneath it. You can be specific: [Guitar Solo], [Piano Break], [Instrumental Bridge]. Add timing hints: [Intro - 8 bars]. These sections add length without requiring more lyrics.

What is ideal section count for full songs?

Full-length songs typically have 8-12 sections: Intro, Verse 1, Pre-Chorus, Chorus, Verse 2, Pre-Chorus, Chorus, Bridge, Instrumental, Final Chorus, Outro. This creates 3-4 minute songs. Fewer sections equal shorter songs.

Does lyric length affect song duration?

Yes significantly. Short 2-line verses create brief sections. Write 6-8 lines for verses, 4-6 for choruses. More words require more time to sing, extending section and song length. Do not pad with filler - write meaningful content.

Can I specify exact song duration?

Suno does not accept exact time specifications. But you can influence length through section count, lyric density, and style prompts like 'full length', 'extended arrangement', 'complete song'. More content input correlates with longer output.

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