Journal of Educational Method and Technology (JEMTEC)
Vol 2, No 3 (2019): DESEMBER

Interpreting Metaphor In Sidney Mohede’s Song Lyrics

Sumigar, F B (Unknown)
Maru, M G (Unknown)
Tuerah, I J C (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
16 Feb 2021

Abstract

This research aimed at describing the metaphors used by the Mohede in the eight songs he wrote. As a qualitative research, this study rellied the data upon the lyrics of the chosen songs. The analysis applies theory of Lakoff and Johnson which divided metaphors into three types namely structural metaphor, orientational metaphor, and ontological metaphor. The analysis followed the steps of Bogdan and Biklen as follows identification, categorization, explanation, and interpretations of the findings. The result showed that the songs confirmed the existence the types of the metaphors such as structural metaphor, orientational metaphor and ontological metaphor. These findings implies a pivotal contribution of figurative speech particularly metaphor in communicating the meaning of a song. Thus, this study foreshadows a further research for comprehending the relationship of metaphor to song lyrics for both linguistic and literary context. Keywords: mathematical ability; students; Problem-Based Learning.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jemtec

Publisher

Subject

Education Engineering

Description

JEMTEC (Journal of Education Technology) is published three times in a year namely April, August, and December (E-ISSN: ) shares research articles, review and development of theory and concept, practice report and analysis related to the efforts to encourage more researches and discussions as well ...