Music doesn't need lyrics any more than the words of Shakespeare needs to be put to music.
However, if a song tells a story, has good lyrics or is otherwise very poetic, it's a nice bonus to the music.
Even bad or strange lyrics can be a blast. I get the greatest kick out of "Rock Lobster" by the B-52's. It's such a fun song. And I find "Louie Louie" by The Kingsmen eternally endearing even if I don't have a clue what the singer is saying.
However, if a song tells a story, has good lyrics or is otherwise very poetic, it's a nice bonus to the music.
Even bad or strange lyrics can be a blast. I get the greatest kick out of "Rock Lobster" by the B-52's. It's such a fun song. And I find "Louie Louie" by The Kingsmen eternally endearing even if I don't have a clue what the singer is saying.