Writing Better Lyrics

<div><p><b>The Must-Have Guide for Songwriters</b></p><p><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.</p><p>Perfect for new and experienced songwriters alike, this time-tested classic covers the basics in addition to more advanced techniques.</p>Songwriters will discover:</p><ul><li>How to use sense-bound imagery to enhance a song's emotional impact on listeners</li><li>Techniques for avoiding clichés and creating imaginative metaphors and similes</li><li>Ways to use repetition as an asset</li><li>How to successfully manipulate meter</li><li>Instruction for matching lyrics with music</li><li>Ways to build on ideas and generate effective titles</li><li>Advice for working with a co-writer</li><li>And much more</li></ul><p>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.</p></div>