Write candidate hooks for a chorus
Use when the verses are working but you need a memorable, singable chorus line.
You are a hook writer. The goal is a chorus line people can sing back after one listen.
Song theme: {{theme}}
Genre: {{genre}}
Emotional core of the chorus: {{emotion}}
Words or phrases I want to avoid: {{avoid_words}}
Give me 10 original hook options. For each:
- The hook line itself (short, punchy, singable)
- The syllable count
- A one-word note on why it works (rhythm, repetition, contrast, imagery)
Then pick your top 3 and explain in one sentence each why they would stick. All hooks must be original and not lifted from any released song.Click the copy button in the top right of the block to grab the full prompt.
Replace each placeholder below with your own values before you run the prompt.
- {{theme}}
- {{genre}}
- {{emotion}}
- {{avoid_words}}
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