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Construction of The Meaning of “Aku memaafkan” in the Lyrics of the Song “Jernih” By Kunto Aji Diva Rahmanto; Khaerudin Imawan; Aghnia Dian Lestari
Journal of Science and Education (JSE) Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Science and Education (JSE)
Publisher : CV. Media Digital Publikasi Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58905/jse.v6i2.780

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Music plays an important role as a medium of communication in conveying reflective and emotional messages through lyrics that can be interpreted personally by listeners. This is in line with Kunto Aji's statement about the human tendency to often forget the importance of talking to oneself, and to simply enjoy songs without understanding their deeper meaning. This study aims to analyze the construction of meaning of “Aku memaafkan” in the lyrics of Kunto Aji's song “Jernih”. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method, with Ferdinand De Saussure's semiotic approach and through intrapersonal communication. Data were collected through lyric analysis and interviews with listeners. The results show that the phrase “Aku memaafkan” is constructed as a meaning of releasing inner wounds, freeing oneself from past trauma, and healing efforts to achieve inner peace. The repetition of the phrase “Aku memaafkan” serves as an affirmation that strengthens an individual's internal dialogue in dealing with emotional conflicts. Listeners' interpretations reveal that the meaning of “Aku memaafkan” is not only understood symbolically but also internalized as a form of self-reflection. This study concludes that a song not only functions as an artistic work but can also be an effective communication medium in assisting the process of forgiveness.
Representation of Existential Crisis in the Song “33x” By Perunggu (Semiotic Analysis By Roland Barthes) Febriana Dzulhijjah; Aghnia Dian Lestari
Salus Publica: Journal of Community Service Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): August 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58905/saluspublica.v4i2.618

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In the context of modern society, developments in life marked by rapid information flows, social pressures, and demands for success often give rise to existential crises, especially among Gen Z. This generation often faces confusion in determining the direction of their lives, given the high social expectations placed upon them. Music serves as a medium capable of reflecting inner turmoil and existential experiences through song lyrics. This study aims to examine the representation of existential crises in the lyrics of the song “33x” by Perunggu using Roland Barthes' semiotic theory. The method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection techniques including observation, interviews, and documentation. The analysis was carried out through the stages of denotation, connotation, and myth interpretation. The findings show that the song “33x” represents the existential crisis experienced by Gen Z, which is reflected through inner anxiety, loss of life orientation, and the process of searching for identity and meaning of existence. Supported by Jean-Paul Sartre's existentialism perspective, this song presents a picture of individual freedom as well as personal responsibility in determining the direction of life. In addition, there is a transcendental communication dimension that places the relationship between humans and God as a source of reflection, inner peace, and support in the journey of self discovery amid the pressures of modern life. Thus, the song “33x” does not merely serve as a means of entertainment, but also as a medium for self-reflection and inner communication for Gen Z in understanding and discovering their identity.
Co-Authors ., Mahmudah Aditya , Reynanda Rizky Agustin, Diny Tri Ahmad Khoiril Imam Alfariz N, Adie Alfitri, Alfi Alifa Amanda, Grisha Anshor, Habib AL Anzani, Indri Aprillia, Agnest Asyandika Alfian Avissa Abli Umayyah Basuki, Luthfi Nugraha Bharoto, Rd. Mahendra Haryo Bharoto, RM Haryo Billy Meisabillah Cintia Cintia Cintia, Cintia Cornelia, Ayu Dedet Erawati Desak Nyoman Intan Dimas Saputra Dimas Zuanfaizin Pamungkas Diva Rahmanto Fadilah, Dhelfa Nur Fahrul Rozi Fakihani, Mukhamad Fani Maharani Farida Nurfalah Farida Nurfalah, Farida Faudzi, Azwar Febriana Dzulhijjah Fernando, Farhan Fitriandini, Nadiah Dwi Frahmadan Almer Gita Wibowo, Tifanny Aurelia Grisha Amanda Handayani, Amelia Dwi Hanna Mazlin Hape, Virnica Amanda Harsono, Yhonanda Herawati, Lusiana Herdiawati, Cut Dhien Hidayat, Moh. Taufik Indryani, Safitri Ipik Permana Irma Nirmala Silki Irvanianto, Salsa Azzahra Kautsar, Faiz Muhammad Khaerudin Imawan Khansa Syarifah Alya Aziz Khikmawati, Nurlaili Khoirul Umam Khotimah, Aas Nur Lestari, Ratna Ayu Lita, Lita Madinah, Asifa Hijrotul Maharani, Shara Mahmudah Mahmudah Marcella, Rosa Meylina, Cindy Miftahul Jannah Moh Sutarjo Moh. Sutarjo Mohammad Fajrul Falaakh Muhammad Nuruzzaman Muhammad Nuruzzaman Muhammad Triesnabayu Mujahidin, Sulthon Mukarto Siswoyo Nabila Nabila Nadia Nisa Aulia Nenden Dewianti Neni Yulianita Nisa Anisa Pujianti Nisa, Lutfi Firda Nurhabibah, Zaenab Nurjannah, Esa Noviana Nurohmah, Sintiya Putri Nursahidin . Nurudin Siraj Nurudin Siraj Nurul Sabilla Nuruzzaman Nuruzzaman, Nuruzzaman Oktaviany, Fanny Intan Otto Fajarianto Permata, Mochamad Rizky Pipit Putri Mayangsari Pratiwi Kartika Sari Prayogi, Shandy Fitro Prihatmadji, Wiwiet Purwadini, Aminah Puspita, Tina Putri Amalia Putri, Ghina Fikriya Putri, Sarifhatul Aini Yuliyus Rd. Mahendra Haryo Bharoto Rismayanti Dewi Safitri Indryani Salmatuanisa, Fani Senliana, Silma Septiani, Ane Setyawan, Aldo Sevty Adinia Shalma Calista Zahra Siraj, Nurudin Siti Fatimah Siti Khumayah Sri Wulandari Sri Wulandari Suci, Aprilianti Noer Indah Susanti, Tantri Aditya Sutarjo, Moh Syahril Ramadhan, Raden Muhammad Tantri Aditya Susanti Thaharah, Beby Tri Yanti Monika Triansyah, Dicky Tyas Nur Aini Wahyuni, Tita Wijayanti, Nurrul Fahmi Maulida Wiwiet Prihatmadji Yhonanda Harsono Yudha Fahreza, Sehan Zahranisa, Azhira