lyric

noun
UK /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.