The instrumental ending of a song is called by a few different terms:
- Naspel (Dutch): This is the most common term in Dutch and literally translates to “afterplay.” It specifically refers to the instrumental section that follows the last vocal line of a song.
- Outro: This is a more general term used in English to describe the final section of a song, regardless of whether it’s instrumental or includes vocals.
- Coda: This term refers to a short passage that concludes a piece of music, often by bringing it back to the main theme or resolving the musical tension. It can be vocal or instrumental.
- Postlude: Similar to a coda, a postlude is a concluding instrumental section, but it’s more common in classical music than in popular music.
In some cases, the instrumental ending might also have a specific name depending on the musical style. For example, in heavy metal music, the final instrumental section might be called a “guitar solo” or a “drum solo.”
I hope this clarifies the different terms used for the instrumental ending of a song!