WordsAtScale #51: Are backlinks still worth it in 2025?

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Vlad Ivanov
June 03, 2025

Welcome to the WordsAtScale Newsletter #51!

Hey Guys! 👋 Vlad here.

This week, let’s explore three exciting insights into how music lovers can turn lyrics into a content goldmine, how backlinks still pack a punch in 2025, and how to craft premium blog content using AI in a single click!

🌿 Niche of the Week: Lyrics with Backstories
Dive into the world of song lyrics and uncover the fascinating narratives behind famous tracks. With low-competition keywords, product ideas like e-books, courses, and apps, plus an engaged audience of educators and fans, this niche is perfect for storytelling-driven content strategies!

🎉 SEO Case Study: Do Backlinks Still Work in 2025?
Yes, they do! Sites in baby clothing, B2B SaaS, and Canadian tutoring all boosted traffic 3x by building just a few quality backlinks monthly—without adding new content. 🚀 Focus on pages already ranking on page one for the fastest gains.

✍️ AI Copywriting Spotlight: One-Click Blog Creation
A smart workflow using Google AI Studio, GenSpark, and Abacus Deep Agent crafted long-form content from a single prompt. Each AI played a role—researching, writing, and merging to produce polished, interactive blog posts in minutes!

Niche Insights [Lyrics with Backstories]

Song lyrics backstory delves into the narratives behind popular songs, exploring their inspirations, cultural contexts, and frequently asked questions. This niche appeals to music enthusiasts, educators, and content creators seeking deeper understanding and engagement with music.

Keyword List

Get you list of low competition keywords here 

Reference site: https://lyricalverse.com/

Topics to Explore

  • In-depth analyses of iconic songs and their meanings.

  • Interviews with songwriters discussing their creative processes.

  • Cultural and historical contexts influencing song lyrics.

  • Exploration of recurring themes in music across genres.

  • FAQs addressing common curiosities about specific songs.

Email Marketing

Email campaigns in this niche can effectively engage subscribers by offering exclusive content such as behind-the-scenes stories, lyric breakdowns, and insights into songwriting. Segmented newsletters can cater to specific genres or eras, enhancing personalization and reader retention.

Promotable Products

  • Books analyzing song lyrics and their meanings.

  • Online courses on music appreciation and lyric interpretation.

  • Merchandise featuring iconic lyrics or song references.

  • Subscription services offering curated playlists with commentary.

Digital Products

  • E-books compiling analyses of songs from specific genres or decades.

  • Webinars featuring musicologists or artists discussing song origins.

  • Interactive apps allowing users to explore song meanings and histories.

  • Podcasts dedicated to unraveling the stories behind popular tracks.

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Case Study 1: Baby Clothing E-commerce

  • Situation: Site had ~1,500 visits/month.

  • Task: Boost traffic without new content.

  • Action: Built 4 backlinks/month to category & product pages using guest posts and niche edits.

  • Result: Traffic grew to 6,000+ monthly visits. No new pages needed.

Case Study 2: B2B Software Agency

  • Situation: B2B agency stuck at 1,500 visits/month.

  • Task: Improve visibility in a low-traffic niche.

  • Action: Built 4 backlinks/month to pages ranking on bottom of page one.

  • Result: Hit 6,000 monthly visits with minimal new content.

Case Study 3: Tutor Marketplace (Canada)

  • Situation: Small Canadian site in a competitive market.

  • Task: Grow fast and locally.

  • Action: Built 10 backlinks/month + added content.

  • Result: Traffic rose from 1,400 → 1,800 in weeks. Most from Canada.

🎯 Final Tip

Backlinks = trust. More good links = higher Google rankings.
Want fast results? Build links to pages already ranking near the top.

Copywriting Workflows [1 Prompt > Paid Tools]

Situation

The creator wanted a faster and smarter way to write high-quality blog articles using AI. He had already built a system using Make.com but wanted to improve it by testing multiple AI tools together.

Task

Create a one-click workflow that uses AI to research, write, compare, and merge content into a single, optimized article. The topic: How to lose weight after 40 for men.

Action

He used three AI tools—Google AI Studio, GenSpark, and Abacus Deep Agent. Each tool:

  1. Researched the topic

  2. Wrote three article drafts

  3. Evaluated which parts were best

  4. Merged them into one article

  5. Added infographics and video embeds

Result

  • Google AI Studio was fastest but less accurate

  • GenSpark was slower but more detailed and polished

  • Abacus created a rich interactive article with visuals
    In the end, he built a working “one-click” article generator that produced 3,000+

    word blog posts with minimal input.

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All the best,

Vlad

P.S. I ❤️ you, I 🙏 you, and I’ll 👀 you soon