I don't think I'm the best lyricist; it's hard for me to express feelings through words.
I dont want to work on a musical if Im not the lyricist.
I'd have to say that Kenny White has earned a place among my favorite singersongwritersand particularly, lyricists. As we say in the trade “he goes deep. ” A true wordsmith AND musician who reveals a fine sense of humor, as well. Put on your headphones and listen carefully.
Lyricists play with words.
I rate Morrissey as one of the best lyricists in Britain. For me, he's up there with Bryan Ferry.
As a lyricist, you love to hear other great lyrics or other great concepts.
I'm certainly not a lyricist first. I prefer doing it intuitively and not really thinking about it so much.
I'm not tryin' to come off as the best lyricist.
[Jeffrey Lewis is] The best lyricist working in the US today.