Songwriting Technique
Hook
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The catchiest, most memorable part of a song — the part that "hooks" the listener.
1 In Detail
A hook is built from melody, rhythm, and lyrics together. The whole chorus can be the hook, or it might be a single phrase or a guitar riff.
2 Examples
Melodic hook: a memorable line of melody
Rhythmic hook: a distinctive beat pattern
Lyrical hook: a repeated catchphrase
Instrumental hook: a striking guitar or synth riff
Practical Tips
A good hook should be simple yet distinctive. A melody that's easy to sing along to works better as a hook than a complicated one.
