How do you count bars when recording a rap?

In rap, a bar is four beats, with lyrics arranged to match the rhythm.

How to Count Bars:

1. Count Beats: Count “1, 2, 3, 4” repeatedly; one set equals a bar.
2. Feel Rhythm: Listen for the “kick” (beats 1, 3) and “snare” (beats 2, 4).
3. Follow Flow: Observe how words align with the beats, often ending phrases on the last beat.

Practice with songs to develop a natural feel for counting bars.