Here's why:
* Lyric poetry is characterized by its focus on the speaker's personal emotions, thoughts, and experiences. It often uses a musical or song-like quality to convey these feelings.
* Epic poetry, on the other hand, deals with grand adventures, heroic deeds, and often mythological themes.
* Narrative poetry, while sometimes incorporating emotions, primarily focuses on telling a story.
Examples of lyric poetry include:
* Sonnets
* Odes
* Elegies
* Love poems
* Hymns
While the line between lyric and other types of poetry can sometimes blur, the focus on personal feelings and emotions distinguishes lyric poetry as a distinct category.