David Schwartz

Our picks for the best pop and rock songs with figurative language such as metaphor, simile, personification and hyperbole.

Metaphors – comparisons between two or more things that don’t seem alike at first glance – are powerful tool writers use to conjure up vivid images and evoke an emotional …

Personification can be clunky and awkward when forced, but when used properly, it’s one of the most powerful tools for a songwriter. In the simplest terms, it means describing a …

Songwriters – like the rest of us – have strong associations with different days of the week, and they’re often inspired to write about events that take place on a …

Remember learning about literary devices in your Language Arts or English class? So do the greatest songwriters of our time – and they use them to craft unique, complex lyrics …

Metaphor has long been one of the most powerful devices in the songwriter’s toolkit. An extended metaphor is not simply a poetic line; it is a theme that runs throughout …

Snoop Dogg is one of the most popular rappers in the world, with hits spanning decades and genres. With his iconic voice, quick rhyming style, and unique point of view, …

Most people only think of nursery rhymes when they think of children’s songs. So, it might seem tough to find love songs that are both appropriate and interesting to children.  …

Love is many things, but most people do not immediately assume it is funny. But part of the beauty of love is in the funny little moments it brings to …

Whether they’re sweet, badass, or mischievous, ladies named Jane have inspired artists across all music genres over the years. From ballads to rock bangers, the following are some of the …