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I pay attention to the whole package. I'm sure part of it comes from being a performer, but I can't listen to music and not take some notice of the lyrics. In fact, I will often look up lyrics and read along to songs that really catch my eye.
What I notice first in a song all depends. Most of the time it is the music. Once a group has established itself in my mind, it can be any number of things I notice first because I'll already be paying closer attention as I listen to the music.
When it comes to what makes a great song though (at least in popular music), the lyrics are a must. Purposeful lyrics (and, please, for god's sake, light on the cliches) can take a mediocre song and make it excellent.
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"Musicians are the carriers and communicators of spirit in the most immediate sense." - Kurt Elling
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