songwriter

noun

song·​writ·​er ˈsȯŋ-ˌrī-tər 

: a person who composes words or music or both especially for popular songs

songwriting

ˈsȯŋ-ˌrī-tiŋ 

noun

Synonyms of songwriter

• composer
• musician
• lyricist
• tunesmith

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 show will also feature songwriter Amy Grant and actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley as special guests. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2026

But of the leaders of those three mega-bands, perhaps the most mysterious remains Pete Townshend, The Who’s songwriter and enigmatic eminence, thrashing chords and smashing guitars while Roger Daltrey handled lead vocals. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2026

The New York bassist, singer and songwriter has built a reputation for high-energy live performances, both as a solo artist and through her work with other musicians. — Steve Spaleta, Space.com, 3 Oct. 2026

The question of whether or not Denise could have it all — a career as a singer/songwriter and an enduring romantic relationship — was not only central to the film, but a point of contention between the filmmakers. — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 29 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1721, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing songwriter

• singer-songwriter

Rhymes for songwriter

• exciter
• firefighter
• igniter
• lamplighter
• reciter
• screenwriter
• scriptwriter
• sportswriter
• typewriter
• biter
• brighter
• fighter

Kids Definition

songwriter

noun

song·​writ·​er ˈsȯŋ-ˌrīt-ər 

: a person who composes words or music or both especially for popular songs