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songwriter

[sawng-rahy-ter, song-] / ˈsɔŋˌraɪ tər, ˈsɒŋ- /
NOUN
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“Ronald was a phenomenal musician, an accomplished songwriter and a vital part of the Commodores’ sound and success.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Convinced the singers were on a roll as disco surged, Capitol teamed Tavares with Freddie Perren, a hit-making producer, songwriter and arranger.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

HorsegiirL - the German DJ, singer and songwriter who describes herself as a human horse - was billed to play on the New Music stage in her iconic chestnut-coloured horse head mask.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Moorer says that “he excels as a singer, songwriter, player, harmony singer and producer.”

From Salon • May 15, 2026

I’m thinking it can’t hurt to share them, even if there’s no chance I’ll ever get to be a songwriter.

From "Bronx Masquerade" by Nikki Grimes




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