A contrasting section that breaks up a song before its final chorus.
The bridge is a section of a song that provides contrast, usually appearing once, later in the song, after the verses and choruses have been established. It typically introduces a new melody, chord movement or lyrical angle, offering a fresh perspective and breaking the repetition before the song returns — often to a final, climactic chorus. The bridge keeps a song from feeling predictable and can be its emotional high point or a moment of reflection. Knowing how and when to use a bridge is a key songwriting tool, giving structure a satisfying shape: setup, development, a twist, and resolution.
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