Definitions for songwriter
ˈsɔŋˌraɪ tər, ˈsɒŋ-song·writ·er

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1. songwriter, songster, ballad makernoun

   a composer of words or music for popular songs

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1. songwriternoun

   Someone who writes the lyrics and usually the music of songs.

   We are now collaborating with a famous songwriter.

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1. Songwriter

   A songwriter is a musician who professionally composes musical compositions or writes lyrics for songs, or both. The writer of the music for a song can be called a composer, although this term tends to be used mainly in the classical music genre and film scoring. A songwriter who mainly writes the lyrics for a song is referred to as a lyricist. The pressure from the music industry to produce popular hits means that song writing is often an activity for which the tasks are distributed between a number of people. For example, a songwriter who excels at writing lyrics might be paired with a songwriter with the task of creating original melodies. Pop songs may be composed by group members from the band or by staff writers – songwriters directly employed by music publishers. Some songwriters serve as their own music publishers, while others have external publishers.The old-style apprenticeship approach to learning how to write songs is being supplemented by university degrees, college diplomas and "rock schools". Knowledge of modern music technology (sequencers, synthesizers, computer sound editing), songwriting elements and business skills are significant for modern songwriters. Several music colleges offer songwriting diplomas and degrees with music business modules. Since songwriting and publishing royalties can be substantial sources of income, particularly if a song becomes a hit record; legally, in the US, songs written after 1934 may be copied only by the authors. The legal power to grant these permissions may be bought, sold or transferred. This is governed by international copyright law.Songwriters can be employed in a variety of different ways. They may exclusively write lyrics or compose music alongside another artist, present songs to A&R, publishers, agents and managers for consideration. Song pitching can be done on a songwriter's behalf by their publisher or independently using tip sheets like RowFax, the MusicRow publication and SongQuarters. Skills associated with song-writing include entrepreneurism and creativity. Staff writers do not necessarily get printed credit for their contributions to the song.

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1. Songwriter

   A songwriter is an individual who writes songs, also called a composer. Although songwriters of the past commonly composed, arranged and played their own songs, more recently the pressure to produce popular hits has tended to distribute responsibility between a number of people. Popular culture songs may be written by group members, but are now usually written by staff writers: songwriters directly employed by music publishers. Some songwriters serve as their own music publishers, while others have outside publishers. Furthermore, songwriters no longer need labels to support their music. Technology has advanced to the point where anyone can record at home. The old-style apprenticeship approach to learning how to write songs is being supplemented by some universities and colleges and rock schools. A knowledge of modern music technology and business skills is seen as necessary to make a songwriting career, and music colleges offer songwriting diplomas and degrees with music business modules. Since songwriting and publishing royalties can be a substantial source of income, particularly if a song becomes a hit record, legally, in the US, songs written after 1934 may only be copied by the authors. The legal power to grant these permissions may be bought, sold or transferred. This is governed by international copyright law.

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1. songwriter

   A person with the ability to write songs or lyrics.

   Songwriters are gifted with the ability to write songs.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on March 14, 2020  

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How to pronounce songwriter?

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of songwriter in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of songwriter in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of songwriter in a Sentence

1. Paul Collins:

   He said we New Yorkers need to stick together out here in California. They'll eat you alive, he told everybody he knew that I was a great songwriter until we signed with CBS Records and Bill Graham.

2. John Hiatt:

   My attitude these days is, if you write a bad song, what are they gonna do, throw you in songwriter jail?

3. Warner Chappell Music:

   Michael James Ryan generosity, spirituality and humor inspired everyone around Michael James Ryan. An amazingly gifted songwriter, he used his talent, music and love to break down boundaries and bring people together. The Californian songwriter and producer love you.

4. Angus Young:

   As a guitarist, songwriter and visionary he was a perfectionist and a unique man, he always stuck to his guns and did and said exactly what he wanted. He took great pride in all that he endeavored. His loyalty to the fans was unsurpassed. Rock band AC/DC, from left, Brian Johnson, Malcolm Young, Phil Rudd, Angus Young, and Cliff Williams performing on stage during a concert in German in 2003. ((AP Photo/Jan Pitman).

5. The American singer:

   It's about a young girl in New York City who's a fledgling songwriter and singer and has a really special gift and ... doesn't know what to do with it yet.

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