In this bonus episode of the Rodes Live Podcast, Rodes breaks down one of the most essential fundamentals in hip-hop: song structure. Whether you’re a new artist, a writer sharpening your craft, or a fan curious about how your favorite MCs build verses, this episode is your guide.
Rodes walks listeners through:
What a bar is and how to properly count bars
How 16-bar verses are constructed
Understanding song structure (intro, verse, hook, bridge, outro)
Tips on writing cleaner, more structured verses
How counting bars improves flow, timing, and delivery
A practical breakdown of how to write your own 16-bar verse
This episode is all about elevating your pen, strengthening your timing, and learning the mechanics behind the music. If you’ve ever struggled with bar counting or building a verse that fits the beat, this is the knowledge you need.
Tap in and learn how to count The Rodes Way.
Links
🌐 Website: www.rodesonline.net 🔗 Everything Rodes: Linktr.ee/Rodes
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