songwriter
noun
song·writ·er
ˈsȯŋ-ˌrī-tər 
: a person who composes words or music or both especially for popular songs
Examples of songwriter in a Sentence
an award-winning singer and songwriter
he's both a singer and a songwriter
Recent Examples on the Web
The suite that came together most recently is devoted to entertainer and songwriter Peter Allen.
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Jane Margolies, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 June 2024
In stark contrast with many of his contemporary pop stars, Timberlake seemingly sees himself as a musician/singer/songwriter first and a household celebrity brand name second.
—Stefan Stevenson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 June 2024
As such, inexperienced songwriters were frequently contracted to provide drafts of English lyrics for these European imports.
—Jordan Runtagh, Peoplemag, 2 June 2024
At 81 years old, the cult R&B singer, songwriter and producer, best known for his sleazy, wisecracking alter-ego Swamp Dogg, can’t take anything for granted.
—Jeff Gage, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2024
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Jane Margolies, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 June 2024
In stark contrast with many of his contemporary pop stars, Timberlake seemingly sees himself as a musician/singer/songwriter first and a household celebrity brand name second.
—Stefan Stevenson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 June 2024
As such, inexperienced songwriters were frequently contracted to provide drafts of English lyrics for these European imports.
—Jordan Runtagh, Peoplemag, 2 June 2024
At 81 years old, the cult R&B singer, songwriter and producer, best known for his sleazy, wisecracking alter-ego Swamp Dogg, can’t take anything for granted.
—Jeff Gage, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2024
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“Songwriter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/songwriter. Accessed 13 Jun. 2024.
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songwriter
noun
song·writ·er
ˈsȯŋ-ˌrīt-ər
: a person who composes words or music or both especially for popular songs
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