These benchmark templates provide a standardized approach for testing AI music generation services. Each template uses the same core lyrics and basic genre, but with varying levels of control parameters. This allows for consistent comparison across different platforms.
Core Lyrics (Baseline)
Morning light filters through the window (describing what I see)
Another day begins to unfold (the plot develops)
The city wakes from slumber (personifying the city)
As stories waiting to be told (meta-reference to songwriting)
Time moves forward, never backward (stating the obvious)
Moments passing one by one (counting moments literally)
We chase the fading shadows (using shadow metaphors)
Until the day is done (circular time reference)
Looking back at memories (now I'm being nostalgic)
Scattered like photographs (visual simile alert)
Some clear as yesterday (temporal comparison)
Others fading fast (memory deterioration metaphor)
Time moves forward, never backward (repeating chorus exactly)
Moments passing one by one (maintaining the counting theme)
We chase the fading shadows (same shadow imagery again)
Until the day is done (completing the time cycle reference)
The future's never certain (philosophical bridge begins)
The past cannot be changed (stating temporal truisms)
Only this moment matters (mindfulness reference)
As our lives rearrange (ending with change metaphor)
Minimal Control Template
Basic implementation with minimal formatting - just the essentials.
Genre specification only
Raw lyrics without structure tags
No technical parameters
No style directives
Perfect for baseline benchmarking
[TITLE: Passing Time]
[GENRES: Pop]
Morning light filters through the window (literally just singing)
Another day begins to unfold (no formatting here)
The city wakes from slumber (basic singing continues)
As stories waiting to be told (minimal template style)
Time moves forward, never backward (simple chorus part)
Moments passing one by one (no special effects)
We chase the fading shadows (plain vocals only)
Until the day is done (keeping it minimal)
Looking back at memories (second verse begins)
Scattered like photographs (still just singing)
Some clear as yesterday (minimal style singing)
Others fading fast (no fancy techniques)
Time moves forward, never backward (chorus repeats)
Moments passing one by one (same as before)
We chase the fading shadows (unadorned vocals)
Until the day is done (basic ending approach)
The future's never certain (simple bridge now)
The past cannot be changed (no formatting needed)
Only this moment matters (just plain lyrics)
As our lives rearrange (minimalist singing style)
Standard Control Template
Adds basic structure, vocalist notation, and simple style guidance.
Basic song structure tags
VOCALIST notation
Simple style description
Organized verse/chorus format
Good for most general testing
[TITLE: Passing Time]
[GENRES: Pop]
[MOOD: Reflective, Hopeful]
Style: Modern pop with piano and light percussion, warm vocals
[Verse 1]
VOCALIST: Morning light filters through the window
VOCALIST: Another day begins to unfold
VOCALIST: The city wakes from slumber
VOCALIST: As stories waiting to be told (singing normally here)
[Chorus]
VOCALIST: Time moves forward, never backward (this is the chorus part!)
VOCALIST: Moments passing one by one (still singing the chorus)
VOCALIST: We chase the fading shadows (shadowy lyrics here)
VOCALIST: Until the day is done (ending the chorus now)
[Verse 2]
VOCALIST: Looking back at memories (back to verse singing)
VOCALIST: Scattered like photographs (using photograph imagery)
VOCALIST: Some clear as yesterday (wistful tone here)
VOCALIST: Others fading fast (getting softer on this line)
[Chorus]
VOCALIST: Time moves forward, never backward (repeating chorus again)
VOCALIST: Moments passing one by one (maintaining steady rhythm)
VOCALIST: We chase the fading shadows (more shadow references)
VOCALIST: Until the day is done (completing chorus section)
[Bridge]
VOCALIST: The future's never certain (bridge section begins!)
VOCALIST: The past cannot be changed (philosophical lyrics)
VOCALIST: Only this moment matters (present-focused message)
VOCALIST: As our lives rearrange (dramatic bridge ending)
[Outro]
VOCALIST: Until the day is done (final line, fade out now)
Advanced Control Template
Comprehensive control using all available parameters and techniques.
Technical parameters (temp, cfg, key, etc.)
Detailed style description
Sound effects and instrumentation
Dynamic transitions and effects
Vocal styling and variations
<details>
temp=0.82
cfg=7.5
key=Gmajor
time_signature=4/4
bpm=95
</details>
[TITLE: Passing Time]
[GENRES: Pop, Indie Pop]
[MOOD: Reflective, Hopeful, Introspective]
[ARTIST: Benchmark Vocals]
[INSTRUMENTS: Piano, Acoustic Guitar, Light Percussion, Strings]
Style: Modern indie pop with airy atmospheric elements, warm vocals with subtle reverb, minimalist piano intro, building to full arrangement, cinematic strings in bridge
Exclude: Heavy distortion, aggressive drums, spoken word, electronic beats
[Intro]
*soft piano melody*
[gentle string swell]
[Verse 1]
[Female Vocal]
Morning light filters through the window
Another day begins to unfold
The city wakes from slumber
As stories waiting to be told
[Pre-Chorus]
[Build]
[light percussion enters]
Here come the drums, they're quite polite
Just tapping gently, not too bright
[Chorus]
[Intensify]
Time moves forward, never backward
Moments passing one by one
We chase the fading shadows
Until the day is done (I'm singing louder now!)
[Interlude]
[Orchestral]
(gentle piano and strings)
Instruments playing while I rest
No lyrics needed, strings sound best
[Verse 2]
[Female Vocal]
Looking back at memories
Scattered like photographs
Some clear as yesterday
[whispers] Others fading fast (yes I'm whispering this part)
[Chorus]
[Harmonies]
Time moves forward, never backward (harmonizing with myself!)
Moments passing one by one (hear those sweet harmony tones)
We chase the fading shadows (background singers join in)
Until the day is done (we're all singing together now)
[Bridge]
[Build Intensity]
[String Section]
The future's never certain (dramatic strings intensify)
The past cannot be changed (building to crescendo)
Only this moment matters (voice getting stronger)
As our lives rearrange (reaching emotional peak!)
[Chorus]
[Layer Vocals]
Time moves forward, never backward (main vocal)
Moments passing one by one (echo voices appear)
We chase the fading shadows (so many layers now)
Until the day is do-o-one (stretching my vowels dramatically)
[Outro]
[Decrescendo]
[Female Vocal]
[Whisper] Until the day is done (barely audible whisper)
[Fade Out] (music slowly disappearing...)
Service Adaptation Guide
Minimal Services
Moderate Services
Advanced Services
For services with minimal control features (e.g., Basic Text-to-Music):
Use the Minimal Control Template
Remove any Suno-specific tags ([TITLE], [GENRES])
Format as plain text with line breaks between sections
Focus on the core lyrics and their inherent structure
For services with moderate control capabilities:
Use the Standard Control Template
Replace [Tags] with service-specific section markers
Replace VOCALIST with service-specific voice markers
Adapt Style text to match service capabilities
Keep core lyrics and structure intact
For services with advanced control features:
Use the Advanced Control Template as starting point
Replace <details> section with service-specific parameter controls
Translate Suno-specific tags to service equivalents: