As a Lyricist, you will need to master following:

• create a rhyme scheme structure
• match lyrics to mood of melody
• music literature
• musical theory
• study music
• write songs
• write to a deadline

More generally, a lyricist is also versed in:

• copyright legislation
• musical genres
• musical notation

It also helps to know the following:

• adapt to artists' creative demands
• advise on music pedagogy
• attend music recording sessions
• compose music
• consult with sound editor
• create musical forms
• film music techniques
• record music
• sing
• transcribe ideas into musical notation
• transcribe musical compositions
• work with composers
• write musical scores