Symbolic Meaning Analysis in the Arabic Lyrics of the Song Dreamers: A Riffaterre Semiotics Study
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https://doi.org/10.32699/ew76cj12Kata Kunci:
Dreamers, discontinuity of expression, heuristic, hermeneutic, semioticsAbstrak
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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