singer-songwriter

noun

: a performer who writes songs and sings them

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In an adorable scene shot in G Flip’s studio, the couple canoodle, sip white wine, and preview a track off the singer-songwriter’s new album Dream Ride. Samantha Allen, Them., 3 Nov. 2025 Speaking of Grimes — rising French electro-pop singer-songwriter Oklou arrived with heavy Claire Boucher vibes earlier this year on shimmering debut album Choke Enough. Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 31 Oct. 2025 Billie Eilish embraced a preppy Miu Miu look grounded by a pair of brogues to attend the 2025 Innovator Awards in New York City on Wednesday, where the singer-songwriter was honored with the Music Innovator Award. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2025 But Perry may have everyone beat — she’s participated in several mashup videos, teaming up with people like Jennifer Lopez and singer-songwriter Sophia Treadway. Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for singer-songwriter

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“Singer-songwriter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/singer-songwriter. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.

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