According to chief songwriter and vocalist Gruff Rhys, the album's lyrics deal with "broken relationships and war".

He was also one of the band's lead singers and chief songwriters.

Gallagher's role as chief songwriter for Oasis has changed as he allowed a greater level of lyrical input from the other band members.

Woodley played guitar, banjo, and mandolin, as well as one of the four-part vocal harmony, and was the chief songwriter.

Sandy is the chief songwriter on Affairs of the Heart, with Silvastone as producer.

He was the chief songwriter.

In February 1966, Parks became acquainted socially with Brian Wilson, chief songwriter of the Beach Boys.

His rapid creative growth during this time saw him assume the role of chief songwriter and leader.

He became chief songwriter for the Bang-Bang, and played guitar with them.

Martin Carr (b 1968), chief songwriter and lead guitarist with The Boo Radleys.