Songwriting vocabulary part1 Flashcards
The main subject of the song.
Is the theme.
Is the part of the song that catches, or “hooks,” a listener’s attention and makes the song easy to remember. The title and hook are often the same, and the hook is usually repeated throughout the song. The title, theme, and hook should work together to let listeners know what the song is about.
The Hook
Uses details to support the title, theme, and hook. Songs typically include multiple verses, which usually incorporate important information about the song’s subject, such as who, what, where, when, why, and how.
The verse
Conveys the main subject of the song.is usually simpler than the verses, and it often contains the title. In ancient Greek plays, a group of singers called it this word. appeared between every act to summarize what had just occurred on stage. In much the same way, the chorus of a song summarizes the main subject while the verses provide the supporting details.
The Chorus
Introduces a twist that gives an unexpected perspective on the theme. It usually occurs toward the song’s end, and it has a totally different melody from the verses and chorus. Not all songs have this.
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