I'd say this wholly depends on the genre of music you're working on. I listen to equal parts instrumental music and music with vocals/lyrics. If vocals or lyrics don't enhance the song in any way, I would say it is safe to say they can be omitted.

For example, many great pieces of classical or jazz hold their weight just being an instrumental. The emotions they convey is tangible without any words being said. Other genres like rock/pop/country are inherently more repetitive, so those lyrics/vocals do add a lot, to break it up and add an element that would otherwise be lacking.

Both are good. I do love me some repetition sometimes. I'm just as in love with On The Corner. Just my food for thought.

Last edited by Deryk - PG Music; 07/20/20 03:13 AM.
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