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An Appraisal System Used in CNN Headline News Coverage of Sean Diddy Comb’s Case: A Discourse Analysis Zuhroni; Supatmiwati, Diah; Hastuti, Hilda
Lexeme : Journal of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): JULY 2025
Publisher : Universitas Pamulang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32493/ljlal.v7i2.49326

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This study investigates the use of evaluative language in CNN International's headlines reporting on the legal case of American rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs through the dual theoretical lenses of Martin and White's (2005) Appraisal System and Van Dijk's theory of ideological discourse. Applying a qualitative descriptive method and discourse analysis approach, we analyzed 31 headlines published from September to December 2024 using the Attitude subsystem's three categories: Judgment, Appreciation, and Affect. The findings reveal a striking dominance of Judgment (88%), particularly within the Social Sanction domain, demonstrating CNN's systematic framing of Combs through legal and moral evaluations. Appreciation (8%) and Affect (4%) appear minimally, relegated to passing references to cultural influence or emotionally charged victim quotes. This evaluative pattern aligns with Van Dijk's concept of ideological bias in media discourse, showing how CNN's linguistic choices construct a criminalized image of Combs before legal resolution. The analysis demonstrates how 88% Judgment-based language, predominantly negative, reinforces dominant moral discourses while marginalizing Combs' cultural contributions (Appreciation) and emotional complexity (Affect). These findings illuminate the media's power to shape public perception through strategic linguistic framing, highlighting the need for critical engagement with news discourse, particularly in high-profile cases where media narratives may precede judicial outcomes.
Constructing Meaning in the Song Lyrics “Beyond” in Moana 2: A Semiotic Analysis Fissilmi, Annisa; Zuhroni; Syamsurrijal
Jurnal Ilmu Sosial dan Humaniora Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025): Maret (Jurnal Ilmu Sosial dan Humaniora)
Publisher : CV Insan Kreasi Media

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57248/jishum.v3i3.551

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Songs are a unique form of art that combines poetic language and melody to express deep meanings. This study examines the song Beyond from Disney’s Moana 2, focusing on its construction of meaning through Roland Barthes’ semiotic theory. The analysis explores the denotative, connotative, and mythological meanings of the lyrics. The song portrays themes of self-discovery, cultural identity, and the hero’s journey, with lyrics that serve as a narrative focal point in the film. A qualitative descriptive approach is employed in this research to uncover the explicit meanings in the lyrics, such as Moana’s journey into uncharted seas, while uncovering emotional aspects like her internal struggle between personal aspirations and familial responsibilities. Findings reveal that Beyond associates personal growth with cultural narratives that reflect universal human struggles, such as balancing individual aspirations with also collective responsibilities. Moana’s journey reflects the balance between honoring cultural heritage and pursuing individual purpose, which resonates with audiences of diverse backgrounds. This research demonstrates how animated musical content can communicate deep cultural messages and universal truths through layered semiotic meanings, making complex themes accessible to a broad audience
Co-Authors Diah Supatmiwati Fissilmi, Annisa Hilda Hastuti Syamsurrijal