Q. How would I cite song lyrics from a website?

Answer

To cite song lyrics from a website:

  • Cite the songwriters as the authors
  • Include a date (if there is one) - If there is no date listed, use (n.d.) for no date.
  • Include the title of the song in italics
  • End with Retrieved from and the website address.

Example:

Author(s). (date). Title of song. Retrieved from ...

Holljes, I.C. & Holljes, E.R. (n.d.) Bottom of the river. Retrieved from http://www.metrolyrics.com/bottom-of-the-river-lyrics-delta-rae.html.

Visit the APA Help guide for more examples.

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  • Last Updated Jan 30, 2018
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    by Dave on Apr 26, 2018.

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