Prechorus Tips

Songwriting Infobox

Song Model
Songwriting
Lyrics - Melody - Harmony - Rhythm - Form
Song Form
Title - Chorus - Verse - Prechorus - Bridge
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Musical Tips for the Pre-chorus and Bridge

It's a musical and lyrical link between the verse and chorus.

• Contrast phrase length
• Increase intensity as it approaches the chorus. Melodic rise.
• Keep the melody below the range of the chorus.
• New chord or progression. Avoid the root chord. Try alternating between two chords.
• Contrast rhythm.