Writing Better Lyrics

<b>The must-have guide for songwriters revised and updated with expanded chapters 50 fun songwriting exercises and examples from more than 20 chart-toppings songs.</b> <p/>A staple for songwriters for nearly two decades <i>Writing Better Lyrics</i> provides effective tools for everything from generating ideas to understanding the form and function of a song to fine-tuning lyrics. <p/>Perfect for new and experienced songwriters alike this time-tested classic covers the basics in addition to more advanced techniques. Songwriters will discover: <p/>- 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 <p/><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.