Songwriting is a creative process that involves writing the music and lyrics of a song. It typically begins with an idea, either in the form of melody or lyric, which is then developed into a full-fledged song. A successful songwriter will be able to combine both musical and lyrical elements together to create something unique and memorable. The format for songwriting generally consists of three main parts: verse, chorus, bridge/hook. The verse is where the story or message of the song is delivered; it’s often composed from two or more rhyming lines that are sung by the artist throughout their performance. The chorus serves as the hook - this part of the song should be catchy and easily remembered by listeners so they can sing along when they hear it on radio stations or live shows. Lastly, there may also be bridges within songs which help transition between different sections but aren’t necessarily necessary for every track.