Ηe mixed American musicians like Bob Dylan and Frank Zappa with Macedonian folk music and politically incisive lyrics.
Direct, melodic, a rough hewn commerciality wrapped around incisive and sharp lyrics with more than a touch of cheek thrown in for good measure: those are the qualities of the compositions.
She goes on to say that Carpenter continues to "light up country radio with incisive, intelligent lyrics and a talent for creating just the right melody."
In a witty sexual duel that has a jaunty melody by Jerome Kern and funny, incisive lyrics by Dorothy Fields, the woman more than holds her own.
Zevon's subsequent demo recordings indicated an evolution toward incisive and darkly humorous lyrics and a rough sound far removed from the mellow vibe of lyme and cybelle.
Perhaps you would prefer a competitor whose installation plays a tune with the incisive lyric "Just too stupid to stop!"
Lulls you into a false sense of twee security with its melody and cute inserts from Lieutenant Kizhe, but then you listen to the incisive lyrics...
Hope is known for politically incisive lyrics and an innovative rock-based style.
While messing around with form, Mr. Pollard provides enough catchy, simple vocals and incisive lyrics to keep you going.
It received positive reviews from music critics upon its release and was praised for El-P's sparse hip hop production and Lif's incisive lyrics and everyman themes.