Intro to Songwriting

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📚 Part 1: Song Structure & Analysis

1. Which description best matches a chorus?

A repeated hook that summarizes the main idea

A short instrumental break only

A section that introduces new characters

2. Which song part most often provides a contrast or new perspective?

Verse

Chorus

Bridge

3. Match each song part (left) with its primary function (right). Draw a line between columns.

A. Verse

B. Chorus

C. Bridge

1. Repeated, central idea or hook

2. Develops story or details

3. Offers contrast or new perspective

4. Check all that apply: Which of the following are examples of figurative language used in lyrics?

Simile

Rhyme

Metaphor

Alliteration

5. Choose a theme for your song (pick one): "Dreams and Aspirations", "Friendship", or "Overcoming Challenges". Which did you choose?

6. Write one vivid line (use a simile or metaphor) about your chosen theme:

7. Write a short verse (3–5 lines) that develops the story or details of your theme:

8. Write a chorus (1–4 lines) that could be repeated and captures the main idea:

9. Peer feedback: List two specific things you'd like classmates to comment on (example: clarity of story, strength of imagery):