How to Write Lyrics: Writing Better Words for Your Songs

by Rikky Rooksby

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ELyricsE sheds light on all aspects of lyric writing for music and will make songwriters feel more confident and creative when they tackle lyrics. It's perfect for all songwriters: those who don't like their own lyrics and find them difficult to write experienced writers looking for a creative edge and those offering lyrics to set to music in a partnership. Topics include channeling personal experiences into lyrics overcoming writer's block the right lyrics for a bridge the separation between lyrics and poetry exploring imagery and metaphor avoiding clich (c)s and more. The book also offers tips on the various styles of lyrics from protests spirituals and confessionals to narratives and comic songs.
  • ISBN10 1476853452
  • ISBN13 9781476853451
  • Publish Date 1 October 2006
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country US
  • Publisher Hal Leonard Corporation
  • Imprint Backbeat Books
  • Format eBook
  • Pages 174
  • Language English