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How to Write Lyrics: Better Words for Your Songs
How to Write Lyrics: Better Words for Your Songs
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The book "Lyrics: Write Great Lyrics for Music" is a comprehensive guide for lyricists and songwriters, covering personal experiences, overcoming writer's block, imagery, metaphor, clichés, and various styles of lyrics. It also includes artist and song references and examples of taking lyric ideas through the drafting process.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 15 August 2021
Publisher: Globe Pequot Press
Lyrics play a crucial role in the composition of music, providing a means for artists to express their emotions, ideas, and stories. Whether you are a seasoned songwriter or a novice lyricist, this comprehensive guide will empower you to create powerful and meaningful lyrics that resonate with your audience.
In this book, we will delve into the art of writing lyrics for music, covering a wide range of topics to help you develop your skills and confidence as a lyricist. We will explore the process of channeling personal experiences into lyrics, overcoming writer's block, selecting the right lyrics for different parts of a song, and distinguishing between lyrics and poetry.
We will also examine the use of imagery and metaphor in lyrics, exploring how they can enhance the emotional impact of your songs and create vivid imagery for your listeners. Additionally, we will discuss the importance of avoiding clichés and finding unique ways to express your ideas.
Throughout the book, we will provide examples and exercises to help you practice and refine your lyric writing skills. We will explore different styles of lyrics, including protests, spirituals, confessionals, narratives, and comic songs, and offer tips on how to write lyrics that fit each genre effectively.
Moreover, this edition of the book includes artist and song references throughout to reflect the musical history to date. We will showcase examples of iconic lyrics and discuss how they have influenced the genre and the artists who created them.
In addition, a new section of the book provides examples of taking lyric ideas right through the drafting process, illustrating development and re-drafting and using a handful of contrasting approaches. This will help you see the creative possibilities and develop your own unique style as a lyricist.
Whether you are a musician, a songwriter, or simply someone who enjoys listening to music, this book will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to create lyrics that are truly exceptional. So, let's embark on this journey together and unlock the power of words to create music that moves and inspires.
Weight: 634g
Dimension: 192 x 234 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781493056156
Edition number: Second Edition, Revised and Updated
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