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What is an example of anastrophe in song lyrics?

A great example of anastrophe in song lyrics is from the iconic song "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen.

In the line:

"So you think you can write a song?"

The normal word order would be "Do you think you can write a song?". Queen flips the structure to create emphasis and a more dramatic tone.

This type of anastrophe is quite common in song lyrics, especially in rock and pop music where it's used to create a more forceful or impactful statement.

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