List of songs that employ counterpoint

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Here is a list of songs that use counterpoint; that is, a second melody is added as an accompaniment to the first melody. These songs also use different lyrics for each melody.

This is an incomplete list of songs, which can or may never satisfy any objective standard for completeness. Revisions and additions are welcome.

• "Mine" by George & Ira Gershwin.
• "On Reflection" by Gentle Giant.
• "Play a Simple Melody" by Irving Berlin.
• "Scarborough Fair" by Simon & Garfunkel.
• "Smile" by The Pillows
• "You're Just in Love" by Irving Berlin.
• "Eleanor Rigby" by The Beatles.