The lyrics painted a vivid picture in my mind.
Meaning: The words of the song created a strong and clear image in my mind, as if I could see the story it was telling.
Choice of Words: Lyrics are the words of a song. Paint is used figuratively here to describe how the words create a clear and detailed image in the listener's mind. Vivid means bright, intense, and easily noticeable.
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