Almost no one can resist the compulsion to start tapping their feet or snapping their fingers when a good song comes on the radio. Almost every young reader has been hearing songs since they were born. This book introduces the fundamental aspects of songs, paired with examples both new and familiar, from common songs they likely know to new, different songs from around the world. Eye-catching photographs help reinforce the text. This insightful book will get readers excited to explore more songs, and maybe even begin writing their own.