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, stren ...