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The prechorus is a relatively recent invention in Western popular music, but despite being late to the party, it quickly established itself as an essential part of our shared musical vocabulary on song form. A good prechorus not only elevates the chorus, it transforms the song, changing its narrative and musical structure to more effectively tell certain kinds of musical stories. But where did they come from, and more importantly, how do they work?
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