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songwriters

noun

plural of songwriter

as in composers

a person who writes popular musical compositions for the human voice he's both a singer and a songwriter

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Recent Examples of songwriters Over the course of 12 original studio albums, the 14-time Grammy winner has chronicled heartbreaks and happily-ever-afters that have made her one of the most celebrated songwriters of her generation. — Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 Typically, interpolations are cleared through publishers and songwriters rather than the original label, giving the new artist more creative freedom to play with the melody. — Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 That law gives recording artists, songwriters and other music copyright holders the ability — after 35 years has elapsed — to reacquire and administer their works and the licensing rights themselves. — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 July 2026 Murray is the founder and Co-CEO of Title 9, a management, production, and intellectual property company repping artists, producers, songwriters, and other creatives. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 30 June 2026 In My Own Words, Ne-Yo In 2006, there was a pretty firmly entrenched division of labor between the pro songwriters who wrote R&B hits and the stars who sang them. — Al Shipley, SPIN, 29 June 2026 In My Voice delves into Wilson’s story, from her childhood in Seattle to her evolution as one of the greatest vocalists and songwriters in rock history. — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 26 June 2026 His death caused an outpouring of tributes from across the entertainment industry as dozens of artists, songwriters and other entertainment figures paid homage to the famed record executive. — Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 25 June 2026 In a related move that extends recognition for songwriters, contributors to winning albums in most genre album categories will now receive Grammy statuettes and Achievement Certificates, which producers and engineers already receive. — Jem Aswad, Variety, 16 June 2026

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The score by French experimental duo Double Danger (also the composers on Infested) amplifies the action, building from ominous electronica to Black Mass-level hysteria with satanic choral elements.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026
Over time, composers and performers also revealed its expressive side, with the double bass carrying melodies and handling dazzling solo passages.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 July 2026

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California’s Malibu has become a haven for high-profile figures, with Oakley founder Jim Jannard and megawatt musicians Beyoncé and Jay-Z spending up to $210 million on real estate in the coastal city in the past three years.

— Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 8 July 2026
Proceeds from the sale will be used to buy musical instruments and give financial scholarships to help talented young musicians launch their careers.

— George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 8 July 2026

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The distinction is further underscored by the involvement of The Roots, whose co-founder and lead MC, Black Thought, is widely regarded as one of hip-hop's greatest lyricists.

— Ime Ekpo, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
The film features original songs and score by composers/lyricists Sharon Kenny and Kirsten Guenther, who are also collaborating on an upcoming stage musical produced by Seth MacFarlane’s Fuzzy Door/The Carlson Company.

— Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 11 May 2026

Definition of lyricists

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That maybe this show would suggest that a link between how these masterful songsmiths stand as Exhibit A for how immigration enriches our country.

— Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 3 May 2026
Ethan Hawke stars as Lorenz Hart of legendary songsmiths Rodgers & Hart as the prolific partnership disintegrates to his great dismay.

— Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2025

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