lyric
nounUK /ˈlɪr.ɪk/
US /ˈlɪr.ɪk/
The words of a song.
She wrote the lyrics for her favorite band's new song.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A short poem that expresses strong personal feelings, often meant to be sung.
The poet read a lyric about the sea at the open mic night.
3. The words of a musical play or opera.
The lyric was translated into English for the audience.
4. A lyric poem or lyric verse as a literary form.
Greek lyric was often performed with a lyre.