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Yes, the rhythm of the music and the rhythm of the lyrics must work in harmony. If you wrote a chord progression first, like many singer/songwriters do, then the words must match the music. But if you write the lyrics first, which I do and some of the songwriters that I love have done, then your music must match the rhythm of the lyrics.
Start by saying the lyrics like you’re reading a poem for a drama class or an audition for a show. Don’t worry about the chords progression or the melody, just find you rhythm. Then start playing with that rhythm using some simple chords.
When you’re first starting, just use a the 1, 4, and 5 chords, and maybe the 6m chord. Keep it simple. So, in G major, you have G, C, and D. I favor D major, D, G, and A. I also like C major, C, F, and G. What do you play the most when you play cover songs? Or what do you like to play the most?
Let me know your progress and I will give you more feedback if you need it.
MG 😀