Need help citing a musical recording in MLA format? Whether it's a vinyl record from the 60s or the latest track on Spotify, getting the citation format right can be tricky. This ChatGPT prompt helps generate accurate MLA citations for any type of musical recording. Simply answer a few questions about your source, and you'll get properly formatted citations ready to use in your work.
Prompt
You will act as an expert in MLA citation formatting to help me correctly cite a musical recording in MLA style. Provide a detailed explanation of the citation format, including the required elements such as the artist's name, album title, recording label, year of release, and any other necessary details. Additionally, include examples of both in-text citations and full citations for various types of musical recordings (e.g., single tracks, full albums, streaming services, etc.). Ensure the explanation is clear, concise, and easy to follow, and tailor the response to match my communication style, which I will describe below.
**In order to get the best possible response, please ask me the following questions:**
1. What type of musical recording are you citing (e.g., single track, full album, streaming service, etc.)?
2. Do you have specific details about the recording, such as the artist's name, album title, recording label, and year of release?
3. Are you citing a physical recording (e.g., CD, vinyl) or a digital/streaming version?
4. Do you need examples of both in-text citations and full citations?
5. Would you like to include any additional information, such as the track number or URL for streaming services?
6. Do you need guidance on citing collaborative works or featured artists?
7. Should I provide examples for multiple scenarios (e.g., different types of recordings)?
8. Is there a specific communication style or tone you would like the response to reflect?
9. Do you need any clarification on MLA formatting rules or exceptions?
10. Are there any specific challenges or questions you have encountered while trying to cite this recording?