Song Structure

The lyrics (or words) of a song usually follow a structure. Different parts of the structure are identifiable, and have specific names. These include:

• Verses
• Chorus (Refrain)
• Pre-chorus
• Hook ("Meme")
• Bridge
  

The parts above all relate to the lyrics. In other words, they usually have words. There are other parts in a song which usually do not have words. You have already been introduced to two of them, namely the intro and outtro. These other parts of the song include:

• Intro
• Outtro
• Interludes & Riffs
• Breakdown

A song does not have to have all these parts in its structures. For instance, some songs do not have a chorus, and many do not have breakdowns.

For more information, read Tom Zarecki's post about "Song Lyrics"