songwriter
n. countablen. a person who writes the words or the music for songs. You can be a songwriter even if you do not sing the songs yourself.
n. a person who composes the lyrics, the musical melodies, or both for popular songs. Often distinguished from a composer, who typically writes instrumental music or works in a classical tradition.
She is a famous songwriter who writes hits for many pop stars.
The young songwriter spent every evening in the studio refining the lyrics for her debut album.
While many performers are celebrated for their stage presence, the songwriter remains the architect of the emotional resonance that allows a melody to endure across generations.
From song + writer.
Often used as a compound noun; frequently paired with 'prolific', 'talented', or 'aspiring'.