The lyrics told a story of love and loss.
Meaning: The words in the song narrated a tale about the emotions of love and loss, perhaps describing the ups and downs of a romantic relationship.
Choice of Words: Lyrics are the words in a song. Story refers to a narrative or account of events, often involving characters and a plot. When you put them together, "The lyrics told a story of love and loss" means that the words in the song narrated a tale about the emotions of love and loss, perhaps describing the ups and downs of a romantic relationship.
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