lyricist

/'lirisist/

Thân thiện

A lyricist writes the words for a popular song.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A person who writes the words for songs: A lyricist is someone who composes the lyrics, or the words, for a musical composition, such as a song, aria, or musical theater piece.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The famous lyricist collaborated with the composer to create a beautiful ballad.
  • She is a talented lyricist known for her poetic and heartfelt songwriting.

Advanced Usage

• "Lyricist" vs. "Songwriter": A "songwriter" often refers to someone who writes both the music and the lyrics, while a "lyricist" specifically focuses on writing the words.
  • He is the lyricist for the band, while his partner writes the melodies.

Variants and Related Words

• Lyrics (n): The words of a song.
  • The lyrics of this song are very meaningful.
• Lyrical (adj): Having the qualities of song; expressing deep personal emotion in a beautiful way.
  • Her writing has a lyrical quality.

Synonyms

• Wordsmith: A skilled user of words.
• Songwriter: A person who writes songs (may include composing music).

Related Phrases

• "To pen lyrics": To write lyrics.
  • She penned the lyrics for their latest hit single.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a person who writes the words for songs

Từ đồng nghĩa

• lyrist