Q: how to make original songs. i feel like any attempt at writing ends up being too similar to any song i know well/have heard recently
A: try making it way way way way way way different. you can temporarily suspend the requirement that it's supposed to be good, if that helps you venture further outside the box. the music has such a strong desire to get good anyway that it will surprise you. so, the further you can launch yourself outside, the more rewarding the journey will be