Few songs kick off with the chorus. It goes against the standard formula of a pop or rock song, after all. Still, the following five rock songs include the chorus from the start, and their creators ...

Even a casual music fan knows exactly when to expect the emotional upswing in Alex Warren’s “Ordinary,” the confident refrain of Megan Thee Stallion’s “Hiss,” and the explosive chorus laid down in ...

There is a structure to songwriting. Hitmakers have laid the groundwork for what formula makes a top-selling song. Most songwriters follow it to a “T.” However, there are rare artists who throw the ...

Whether you’re an aspiring songwriter, just starting out, or an old pro, it’s helpful to look at the parts of a song and how best to arrange them. Playing with structure requires both sides of the ...