17: Hit Song Writing

 I saw this tiktok today about the making of Rihanna's first #1 hit song, SOS. The writer, Jack Bogart, explains how he used 80s song titles to create the song's second verse. This reminded me of our class discussions, specifically how anything can be a creative technique. This is one of my favorite songs, and knowing this secret makes it 10 times better. 

The Lyrics: 

Take on me (uh-huh), you know inside you feel it rightTake me on, I could just die up in your arms tonightI melt with you, you got me head over heels (over heels)Boy, you keep me hanging on, the way you make me feel

The TikTok Link:

https://www.tiktok.com/@danielswall/video/7426227251647171882?_t=8qd9LIoh2eU&_r=1

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