1. the words of a song
Usage: often used in plural
2. a lyric poem expressing personal emotions
Usage: literary

1. expressing deep personal emotion in a beautiful way
2. relating to or written for singing
Usage: music

Examples

• She wrote the lyrics for the band’s new song.
• The lyrics were so moving that many people cried.
• He memorized all the lyrics to his favorite album.
• The poet was known for her beautiful lyric verses.
• His lyric poetry captured the pain of lost love.
• The singer’s lyric voice was perfect for ballads.
• The composer set the lyric poem to music.