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The song was written by a famous artist.
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Narrator
The song was written by a famous artist.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Giving Information
The song was written by a famous artist.
Starting a Conversation
Did you know the song was written by a famous artist?
Adding Detail
The lyrics are beautiful; the song was written by a famous artist.
Making a Comparison
While many artists contributed, the main melody was written by a famous artist.
Rephrased versions
Formal
A renowned artist composed the song.
Casual
A big-name artist wrote that song.
Simpler English
A famous singer wrote the song.
Phrases to learn
written by
Created or composed by someone.
famous artist
A well-known and celebrated creator of art.