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Rhetorical Techniques in Popular Music Lyrics
Popular music lyrics often employ rhetorical techniques such as panolepsis, repetition, and aphorism. Examples include songs like Paul McCartney's 'Hello Goodbye' with its repetitive structure, 'Yesterday' with panolepsis using the same word to start and end each verse, and 'Imagine' which emphasizes repetition in its lyrics. These techniques add depth and memorability to the lyrics, making them more impactful and engaging for the audience.