Music Glossary: hook
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1–5–4–6Widely known as the “Axis” progression, represented by I–V–vi–IV. This four-chord loop dominates modern pop, rock, and ballad writing. It maintains... more
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Progressions and Harmonic Devices
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Memorable hooks built on 3:2 or 4:3 patterns against 4/4 grid. more
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Advanced Rhythm and Meter Creative Applications
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Memorable melodic/lyric fragment anchoring the song; appears in chorus or refrain. more
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Songwriting Craft
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Arpeggiator motifs tied to chord progression; humanize with velocity/offset. more
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Keys and Harmony for Producers
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Hook LayeringStacking complementary motifs (lead, countermelody, rhythm hook) so the chorus lands hard and sticks. more
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Arrangement and Orchestration
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Common song form alternating narrative verses with a repeated chorus hook. more
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Genres and Forms
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