Song Definition

song
noun
  1. a short musical composition with words; "a successful musical must have at least three good songs"
  2. a distinctive or characteristic sound; "the song of bullets was in the air"; "the song of the wind"; "the wheels sang their song as the train rocketed ahead"
  3. the act of singing; "with a shout and a song they marched up to the gates"
  4. the characteristic sound produced by a bird; "a bird will not learn its song unless it hears it at an early age"
  5. a very small sum; "he bought it for a song"
  6. the imperial dynasty of China from 960 to 1279; noted for art and literature and philosophy

"Song" in song lyrics

See how song is used in real songs:

  • "I replay, each day, like an endless song"
    1200 Techniques — Eye of the Storm
  • "Cah-craow, from the gats, it be the Body Brighton theme song"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Samantha — Everything U Need
  • "Yeah I know you wanna talk about that song"
    2Mex f/ Awol One — Only as Good as Goodbye

Words that rhyme with song

Usage tips for "song"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "song" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for song to find words that pair well.

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