Kajian Bahasa dan Sastra (KABASTRA)
Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026): Kajian Bahasa dan Sastra (KABASTRA)

Semantic Analysis of Barasuara Song Lyrics: Representation Meaning, Metaphor, and Social Criticism

Deni Irawan (Universitas Tidar)

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Publish Date
29 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the semantic aspects of Barasuara song lyrics, emphasizing lexical meaning, connotative meaning, metaphor, and contextual meaning, which represent personal experiences and social realities. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with a semantic approach. The research data consist of excerpts of Barasuara song lyrics purposively selected from several albums. The analysis shows that Barasuara lyrics are rich in the use of natural metaphors, existential symbolism, and connotative meanings that function as a medium for social criticism, spiritual reflection, and expression of collective identity. These findings demonstrate that song lyrics function not only as musical aesthetics but also as a complex discourse of meaning.

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Kajian Bahasa dan Sastra (KABASTRA)
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Abbrev

kabastra

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Universitas Tidar

Subject

Arts Humanities Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences Other

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KABASTRA adalah sebuah jurnal double blind peer-review yang didedikasikan untuk memublikasikan hasil penelitian di bidang bahasa dan sastra. Semua publikasi dalam jurnal KABASTRA bersifat akses terbuka yang memungkinkan artikel tersedia secara bebas online. Pada awal didirikannya, KABASTRA dikelola ...