Woody Guthrie

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Definition

Proper noun: * Woody Guthrie: An American folk singer, songwriter, and musician who was a seminal figure in the 20th-century folk music revival. His work is characterized by its focus on the lives of working people, social justice, and anti-fascist themes.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The lyrics of Woody Guthrie often told stories of dust bowl migrants and laborers.
    • Many modern folk musicians cite Woody Guthrie as a major influence.
    • The song "This Land Is Your Land" is Woody Guthrie's most famous composition.
Advanced Usage
  • Guthrie-esque (adj): Having qualities reminiscent of Woody Guthrie's style, particularly in storytelling, social commentary, or a rough, authentic musical delivery.
    • The singer's Guthrie-esque ballads captured the struggles of the modern working class.
Variants and Related Words
  • Guthrie (n): A common shorthand reference for Woody Guthrie within musical and historical contexts.
    • The festival celebrated the legacy of Guthrie.
Synonyms
  • Folk singer: A performer of traditional or contemporary folk music.
  • Songwriter: A person who writes the words or music for songs.
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • "This machine kills fascists": A phrase Woody Guthrie famously inscribed on his guitar, symbolizing his belief in music as a tool for social and political protest.
    • Inspired by Guthrie, the activist artist painted "This machine kills fascists" on her case.
Noun
  1. United States folk singer and songwriter (1912-1967)

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