Clive James on words and music
The Music Show
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Exploring the Art of Writing Song Lyrics and the Evolution of Popular Music
The chapter delves into the speaker's experience as a rock lyricist with modest past success, reflecting on the challenges faced and the recent resurgence of interest in their music. They discuss the theme of confessional songwriting versus professional songwriting, praising the impact of lyrics and the evolution of popular music with new artists like Steely Dan and The Roches.
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