<![CDATA[This research aims to analyze the use of lexical cohesion in the lyrics of Delorians' songs from their single album, utilizing Hasan and Halliday's (1976) theory of lexical cohesion and Brown and Yule's (1983) discourse analysis. The focus of the study is to identify the types of lexical cohesion such as repetition, synonymy, superordinates, and general words, and assess their impact on audience engagement. A qualitative content analysis approach was employed to examine six songs from the album. The research collected primary data through lyrical analysis and secondary data from audience reactions on social media platforms such as YouTube and Instagram.The findings reveal that repetition is the most dominant element, contributing to the thematic and emotional coherence of the lyrics. Other lexical devices, including synonymy, superordinates, and general words, also play key roles in enhancing the cohesiveness and interpretative depth of the lyrics. These cohesive devices not only support the emotional narratives of the songs but also affect audience engagement, as evidenced by listener feedback and interaction with the music. The study concludes that lexical cohesion in song lyrics significantly enhances listener interpretation and emotional connection, thus offering valuable insights into how language strategies in songwriting affect audience perception. Keywords: lexical cohesion, repetition, synonymy, superordinates, discourse analysis, audience engagement]]>
