How many of your songs just don’t have a bridge? It’s all Verse-Chorus-Verse-Chorus, and then maybe another Verse and Chorus. Today, I want to talk about why bridges are so important in your songs. I'll also share five different types of bridges you can try out in your next songwriting session. These tips will help you write songs that are more engaging and tell a better story.https://www.frommusiciantoartist.com/songwriting-workshopI'm Craig from Musician to Artist, and I'm a big fan of a good bridge. It’s that moment in a song where everything shifts, giving a fresh perspective and setting up that final chorus to hit even harder. Think of it like a twist in a movie plot – it keeps things interesting.In this video, I’ll walk you through five ways to incorporate bridges into your songs: from traditional bridges with new melodies and lyrics to rehashing your pre-chorus, and even using an instrumental break. Whether you're into pop, country, metal, or folk, there's something here for you.Let me know in the comments which type of bridge you tend to use the most, and challenge yourself to try something new in your next song. And don’t forget to check out my songwriting workshop series, where I dive deep into my process from start to finish.Hope this helps, and happy songwriting!