How to Write a Hook - Chord Progression Theory for a Catchy Pop Song Chorus
So you wanna write a smash hit? Well, you're gonna need a mega memorable chorus then, starting with your chords.
Watch this Hack Music Theory lesson to learn how to use modes and chords to write a mega memorable harmonic progression for your songs' choruses. This example is in the Dorian mode, but the theory can be used in any mode, for any pop song (yes, including hip-hop, rock, R&B, EDM, etc.).
Use these 5 hacks to write and produce a hook that's contagiously catchy, and you might just find your song in the charts. But first (before you compose your smash hit)... tea!
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