Any writer should strive to be as literate as possible and a lyrist is no exception. The best way to get a mastery of the language is by doing it, first of all. The more you exercise your at writing the better the work you produce. Also read as much as you can so you can experience the way great writers of the past use the language. This enables the songwriter to experience and get in touch with subject matter that they may not encounter in their own lives.
Dave Wayman was born in and has worked mostly from Melbourne, Australia. Over his career he has been a songwriter, performing artist, lyricist, lecturer in songwriting, a music teacher, CD producer, an MC, and even done small parts in films and television. With his songwriting he has written across many styles both by himself and with quite a number of co-writers. Dave has written for cabaret acts, radio and TV ads, folk acts, poetry bands, country singers, swing /jazz groups, tango bands, children and adult musicals and rock groups.
A brief history of a songwriter and musician
Robyn Spear