LISANAN ARABIYA: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Arab
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): June 2026

Symbolic Meaning Analysis in the Arabic Lyrics of the Song Dreamers: A Riffaterre Semiotics Study

Nursukma Suri (Universitas Sumatera Utara)
Sintya Maharani (Universitas Sumatera Utara)
Nadia Fadila (Universitas Sumatera Utara)
Masito Hasibuan (Universitas Sumatera Utara)



Article Info

Publish Date
27 Jul 2026

Abstract

This study aims to uncover the symbolic meanings and hidden messages in the Arabic lyrics of the song “Dreamers,” performed by Jungkook and Fahad Al-Kubaisi. Using a qualitative descriptive method and Riffaterre’s semiotic approach, the analysis focuses on the discontinuity of expression, heuristic-hermeneutic readings, as well as matrices, models, and hypograms. This study concludes that the meaning of the lyrics is not merely entertainment, but a medium of symbolic expression regarding hope, solidarity, and a universal spirit. The results of this study indicate that: (1) a heuristic reading of the “Dreamers” lyrics depicts a story of individuals who dream and strive to realize those dreams; (2) a hermeneutic reading reveals deeper meanings regarding spirit, optimism, and the conviction to achieve future hopes; (3) the matrix of this song centers on the ideas of dreams and hope; (4) the emerging model is the figure of “dreamers” who dare to dream and continue to strive to achieve their goals; and (5) the hypogram of this song relates to the discourse of motivation, hard work, and the spirit of unity that frequently appears in modern inspirational texts. 

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Journal Info

Abbrev

liar

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Subject

Religion Education Environmental Science Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

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Jurnal Lisanan Arabiya mengundang para cendekiawan, peneliti, dan mahasiswa untuk menyumbangkan hasil studi dan penelitian mereka di bidang Pendidikan Bahasa Arab, yang mencakup penyelidikan pustaka dan investigasi lapangan dengan berbagai perspektif, meliputi Sejarah bahasa Arab, Sastra Arab, ...