"work" vs. "piece" when talking about songs

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shiqangpan
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"work" vs. "piece" when talking about songs

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According to Cambridge Dictionary, "work" means
something created as a result of effort, especially a painting, book, or piece of music
and "piece" means
something that has been created by an artist, musician, or writer


What's the difference between them when talking about songs?

For example, which one of the following is more natural?

"Shake It Off" is one of the most popular musical works recorded by Taylor Swift.

or

"Shake It Off" is one of the most popular musical pieces recorded by Taylor Swift.
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Re: "work" vs. "piece" when talking about songs

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shiqangpan wrote: Fri Aug 07, 2020 10:49 pm According to Cambridge Dictionary, "work" means
something created as a result of effort, especially a painting, book, or piece of music
and "piece" means
something that has been created by an artist, musician, or writer


What's the difference between them when talking about songs?

For example, which one of the following is more natural?

"Shake It Off" is one of the most popular musical works recorded by Taylor Swift.

or

"Shake It Off" is one of the most popular musical pieces recorded by Taylor Swift.
Not much difference to be honest, except a "work" might be considered more weighty.
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