as in songs
a rhythmic series of musical tones arranged to give a pleasing effect
this week, we'll learn to play a more complicated melody on the saxophone
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Recent Examples of melodies
The choruses are big and accessible, the melodies classically beautiful, their themes universal.
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Sam Sodomsky, Pitchfork, 1 Feb. 2026
In the years following, Thomas went on to write and produce songs for Zendaya (another child-star alum), Post Malone, Kehlani, Drake, and Jack Harlow, contracting out his ear for sticky melodies and accessible lyricism all while quietly releasing mixtapes under his own name in obscurity.
—Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 31 Jan. 2026
Known for his catchy melodies (from heaven), encouraging lyrics, and soulful samples, there was no doubt that his tribute would start the program strong.
—Essence, 31 Jan. 2026
The juxtaposition of upbeat melodies and tough lyrical content is precisely what makes Across the Raccoon Strait such a compelling body of work.
—Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
To refresh, while Song of the Year focuses mainly on the crafting of melodies and lyrics, Record of the Year is all-encompassing, honoring the artists, producers, and engineers behind the track.
—Jason Lamphier, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Jan. 2026
The score is infused with Jazz Age melodies and choreography that reflects the era.
—Libby Smith, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
As a child, Brittney Boykin had a flair for songwriting, penning melodies in a binder as a hobby.
—Deasia Paige, AJC.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The 15-track project finds the cousins fully leaning into their corridos foundation, trading verses and melodies in their signature raspy delivery — but also tapping into elevated production and angelic choir arrangements between songs.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 26 Dec. 2025
Sam Sodomsky, Pitchfork, 1 Feb. 2026
In the years following, Thomas went on to write and produce songs for Zendaya (another child-star alum), Post Malone, Kehlani, Drake, and Jack Harlow, contracting out his ear for sticky melodies and accessible lyricism all while quietly releasing mixtapes under his own name in obscurity.
—Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 31 Jan. 2026
Known for his catchy melodies (from heaven), encouraging lyrics, and soulful samples, there was no doubt that his tribute would start the program strong.
—Essence, 31 Jan. 2026
The juxtaposition of upbeat melodies and tough lyrical content is precisely what makes Across the Raccoon Strait such a compelling body of work.
—Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
To refresh, while Song of the Year focuses mainly on the crafting of melodies and lyrics, Record of the Year is all-encompassing, honoring the artists, producers, and engineers behind the track.
—Jason Lamphier, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Jan. 2026
The score is infused with Jazz Age melodies and choreography that reflects the era.
—Libby Smith, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
As a child, Brittney Boykin had a flair for songwriting, penning melodies in a binder as a hobby.
—Deasia Paige, AJC.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The 15-track project finds the cousins fully leaning into their corridos foundation, trading verses and melodies in their signature raspy delivery — but also tapping into elevated production and angelic choir arrangements between songs.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 26 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for melodies
Noun
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So many songs, poems, novels, films, and gags.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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Some K-pop songs, just in their surface-level presentation, put their cross-cultural assimilations up front.—
Sheldon Pearce,
NPR,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The numbers show how passionate fans feel about these tunes, whose haunting vibe leads people to listen to them on repeat.—
Billboard Japan,
Billboard,
30 Jan. 2026
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Fleetwood Mac fills three spaces on Billboard’s roster that looks only at the most successful rock tunes on streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Melodies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/melodies. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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