Dimas Anggit Prawiro , 2201415015 (2019) FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE IN SELECTED SONGS LYRICS OF MAHER ZAIN. Under Graduates thesis, UNNES.

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Abstract

This final project is a study that analyzes figurative language in selected songs lyrics of Maher Zain. Maher Zain is a popular singer from Swedish debuted in January 2009. The objectives of the study are to analyze the types of figurative language and the functions of the most frequent figurative language found in selected songs lyrics of Maher Zain. Qualitative with content analysis is designed as the research methodology. The analysis is done by classifying the lyrics based on Leech‟s classification of figurative language (1981) and its functions proposed by Perrine (1969). Stylistics analysis by Leech and Short (2007) is used since this study investigates language and style in terms of figurative language. Triangulation was used through expert judgment to make sure the data were valid, acceptable, and to ensure the findings so that it can enhance trustworthiness. Findings showed that from 5 songs, there are 68 lyrics containing figurative language. Those 68 lyrics comprise 7 types of figurative languages. They are simile, metaphor, metonymy, hyperbole, personification, irony, and litotes. Each type of figurative has its functions. However, this study only focuses on the functions of the most frequent figurative language in selected songs lyrics of Maher Zain. As a result, the representation of metaphor in Hold My Hand song is used to bring additional imagery and to say much in a brief compass. Furthermore, the representation of hyperbole in For the Rest of My Life song is used to add emotional intensity and to say much in a brief compass. In addition, since metaphor and hyperbole indicate similar frequent in Number One for Me song, the representation of metaphor is used to bring additional imagery and to say much in a brief. Meanwhile, the representation of hyperbole is used to add emotional intensity and to say much in a brief compass. In addition, the representation of hyperbole in Palestine Will be Free song is used to afford imaginative pressure and to add emotional intensity. The last, the representation of metaphor in Insha Allah song is used to say much in a brief compass. It is suggested to learners and researchers that they need to enrich their knowledge of figurative language. By analyzing figurative language in song lyrics, they can improve their critical analysis. Further, the variation of figurative language can make their writing, reading, or even listening skills more interesting because they can dress up and beautify the language.

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