balladmonger

/bɔːlədˈmɒŋɡər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who sells or sells out ballads, songs, or music, often in a dishonest or disreputable manner.

“The balladmonger was accused of plagiarizing the lyrics from a popular folk song.”

Synonyms

  • minstrel
  • songster

Antonyms

  • lyricist
  • songwriter