The Chorus

The Chorus is...

...the part of the song that keeps coming back

...the part that usually includes the song title and summarizes the main idea of the lyric

...also usually the emotional high point—the most intense part of the lyric

The ability to write a good chorus is one of the most important skills you need as a songwriter

Why?

Why is it called a "chorus?" Because the audience is supposed to sing along

So, that's your goal: to get your audience to sing along with your song's chorus

Creating a Memorable Chorus

Its structure can fulfill the audience's expectations or it can surprise them

The chorus is solid and easy to remember

Introduction

Objectives

Create seven standard types of choruses

Place your title at key points in the chorus

Emphasize your title within the chorus

Overcome writer's block and easily generate many chorus options for any song title

Mental Connections: