Synonyms for
Lyrics
Definition
The words of a song, especially a popular song
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- song lyrics
- lyrics writer
- lyrics sheet
- lyrics video
- lyrics translation
- lyrics analysis
- lyrics meaning
Word family
noun lyric
Usage note
While 'lyrics' is the common term for the words of a song, 'lyric' can be used poetically to refer to a short poem or song, or as an adjective.
Example sentences
- The lyrics of this song are so catchy!
- I love writing lyrics for my own songs.
- She memorized all the lyrics to her favorite song.
- The lyrics to this song are very emotional.
- The lyrics of this song tell a story.
Quotes
'I'm not a poet. I'm a songwriter. There's a difference. I don't want people to come out of my shows thinking about where I stand on abortion or gay rights. I'm there to entertain them.' - Billy Joel
'The lyrics are kind of emotional, but it's also got a really cool beat to it, too.' - Shawn Mendes
'What people don't understand about Sarah Palin is that she is a rancher's wife. From Alberta down to Texas I've known women like that: good common sense, bright and vilified by city people. She hunts, fishes, raises kids and knows how to make jam... I just don't see the lyricism in urban life.' - Tomson Highway