As a copy editor with a passion for writing, I understand the importance of proper grammar and the impact it can have on the effectiveness of your message. Pronoun antecedent agreement is a crucial aspect of sentence structure that can have a significant impact on the clarity and meaning of your writing.

To help writers and editors alike, I’ve created a fun and catchy “pronoun antecedent agreement song” that will help you remember this important rule of grammar.

Here are the lyrics:

Verse 1:

A pronoun takes the place

Of a noun that’s been erased

But to make it clear

We need to be aware

Chorus:

Pronoun antecedent agreement

It’s a rule that’s quite convenient

Match the pronoun to its noun

And your message will astound

Verse 2:

Singular means one

So use “he” or “she” or “it” for fun

Plural means more than one

So use “they” or “them” or “those” when you’re done

Chorus:

Pronoun antecedent agreement

It’s a rule that’s quite convenient

Match the pronoun to its noun

And your message will astound

Verse 3:

Indefinite pronouns

Are a bit tricky, but don’t be glum

“Everyone” and “someone” are singular

“Everybody” and “somebody” are just as familiar

Chorus:

Pronoun antecedent agreement

It’s a rule that’s quite convenient

Match the pronoun to its noun

And your message will astound

Verse 4:

Antecedents can be far away

But we still need to match them, come what may

“Mary” or “the dog” or “the book”

We need to make sure that our writing is cooked

Chorus:

Pronoun antecedent agreement

It’s a rule that’s quite convenient

Match the pronoun to its noun

And your message will astound

Bridge:

Remember this rule, it’s not just for fun

It helps your writing stand out, be second to none

So take the time, and make it right

And your readers will smile, with delight

Chorus:

Pronoun antecedent agreement

It’s a rule that’s quite convenient

Match the pronoun to its noun

And your message will astound

Outro:

So there you have it, my friends

A pronoun antecedent agreement song that never ends

Keep this rule in mind when you write

And you’ll be sure to impress, day or night.