A song is a musical expression that may be sung by a solo singer or in a group of voices. It can also be played on instruments, including acoustic guitars, pianos, organs, accordions and drums. A song is a rhythmic composition with lyrics that conveys meaning or emotion to the listener. A song may be used to tell a story, inspire, or simply to entertain.
A typical song contains a pre-chorus, chorus and bridge. The pre-chorus is typically shorter than a chorus, but it builds upon the chord progression from the verse and helps heighten the impact of the chorus. The chorus is the big payoff of the song and often contains a repeated sentiment, such as the title of the song. It can be interesting for the songwriter to experiment with variations on the chorus, such as different harmonies and key changes.
The bridge is the middle section of a song and provides a break from the repetitive nature of the chorus and verse. The bridge usually contains different lyrics and a change in the music, as well as a transition back into the style of the chorus.
Song has been shown to have a variety of benefits for humans, including the ability to reduce boredom, improve mood, foster social cohesion and communication, and regulate emotions1. Music has even been shown to help people with neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease and multiple sclerosis, remember verbal information2.