Writing Better Lyrics

Writing Better Lyrics

<b>The Must-Have Guide for Songwriters</b><br><br><i>Writing Better Lyrics</i> has been a staple for songwriters for nearly two decades. Now this revised and updated 2nd Edition provides effective tools for everything from generating ideas, to understanding the form and function of a song, to fine-tuning lyrics.<br><br>Perfect for new and experienced songwriters alike, this time-tested classic covers the basics in addition to more advanced techniques.Songwriters will discover:<br><br>   • How to use sense-bound imagery to enhance a song's emotional impact on listeners<br>   • Techniques for avoiding clichés and creating imaginative metaphors and similes<br>   • Ways to use repetition as an asset<br>   • How to successfully manipulate meter<br>   • Instruction for matching lyrics with music<br>   • Ways to build on ideas and generate effective titles<br>   • Advice for working with a co-writer<br>   • And much more<br><br><br>Featuring updated and expanded chapters, 50 fun songwriting exercises, and examples from more than 20 chart-toppings songs, <i>Writing Better Lyrics</i> gives you all of the professional and creative insight you need to write powerful lyrics and put your songs in the spotlight where they belong.