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This study aims to analyze the lexical and contextual meanings in the lyrics of the song “Mangu” by Fourtwnty Ft. Charita Utami. This song was chosen because it contains emotional, symbolic, and reflective messages that reflect inner turmoil and value conflicts in human relationships. The method used is a descriptive qualitative approach with semantic analysis techniques. Data was obtained from the song lyrics and analyzed through the stages of identifying lexical meaning based on the literal meaning of the words, and contextual meaning based on the situation and context of their use. The results of the study indicate that the lyrics of “Mangu” contain various forms of lexical meaning such as synonyms, antonyms, collocations, polysemy, and idioms, as well as contextual meaning reflecting spiritual conflict, differences in principles, and the search for identity. This song symbolically represents the social conditions often experienced by individuals in personal and existential relationships. These findings enrich the study of semantics in popular literary works and can be implemented in Indonesian language learning as contextual and meaningful teaching materials.

This research analyzes the song "Runtuh" popularized by two well-known indie musicians in Indonesia, Feby Putri and Fiersa Besari. The method used to analyze this song is using the Critical Discourse Analysis method which is used as a method to explore how the trend of independent music is being loved by independent music lovers, especially teenagers who have a connection to this song so that the song "Runtuh" has a very meaningful meaning and is able to understand the situation experienced by listeners, especially teenagers. Based on the comments on the music streaming platform, it shows that this song is not only a reflection of the songwriter's personal experience, but can represent the younger generation, especially teenagers who often feel marginalized by a situation. Furthermore, this research is expected to contribute to the role of the independent music scene in Indonesia in shaping identity among young people or teenagers.

The aim of this research is to find out how much influence Effective Communication by Christian Religious Education Teachers has on the Christian Character of students at SMP Negeri 4 Laguboti for the 2023/2024 Academic Year. The research method used is a descriptive quantitative research method. The population is all students in class VIII of SMP Negeri 4 Laguboti consisting of 6 classes totaling 190 students and a sample of 33 people was determined using a probability sampling technique with a random type (simple random sampling). Data was collected using a positive closed questionnaire with 25 items, namely 15 items for variable : 1) Test the analysis requirements: a) positive relationship test obtained rxy = 0.598 > rtable(a=0.05,n=33) = 0.344. b) Testing a significant relationship obtained a value of tcount= 4.135 > ttable(a=0.05, dk=n-2=31)= 2.042. 2) Test the effect: a) Test the regression equation, obtained the regression equation Y=10.81+0.46X.  b) Regression coefficient of determination test (r2) = 35.7%. 3) Test the hypothesis using the F test to obtain Fcount > Ftable=(a=0.05, dk numerator k=15, dk denominator=n-2=33-2=31) namely 17.24 > 2.01. Thus Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.

Science (IPA) is one of the compulsory subjects taught in elementary school. The continued use of learning media to conduct science learning makes students bored and less enthusiastic about participating in learning. Media songs and educational videos can be used as an alternative to science learning. Educational songs and video media can motivate students to engage in science learning. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of media songs and video learning on interest and learning outcomes in science subjects among her 5th grade students at Baturno Public Primary School, Lembang Regency. The study design used was quasi-experimental with a non-equivalent control group design. The subject of this study was his 5th grade student at SD Negeri Baturno School in Lembang province. The sample for this study included all members of the population (saturated sample), 29 students in the experimental class and 28 students in the control class, for a total of 57 students. Data collection techniques used in this study include documentation, observation, and testing. As statistical analyses, Pearson product moments were used to test efficacy and Cronbach's alpha was used to test instrumental reliability. Lilliefors test to test data normality, Levene test to test homogeneity, independent-samples t-test, and sample t-test to test hypotheses.

The language of song lyrics is often used as a means of expression in music. Lyric language has special characteristics that distinguish it from everyday language, because lyrical language can combine artistic elements such as rhyme, rhythm, and repetition to create sounds and that touch the listener's feelings.The use of lyrical language in songs is very important to convey an emotional or narrative message in a way that is easy for listeners to remember and absorb. Lyrical language can be used to create nuance, describe situations or feelings, and to describe the character or personality of someone or something.Songs can also carry different tones meanings for listeners, depending on how they interpret the lyrical language used. This makes the use of lyrical language a very effective tool for communicating important messages that may be difficult to explain in ordinary words. In the context of popular music, lyrical language can also help in creating an artist's or band's identity, and can be a determining factor in the success of a song or album. For example, strong and memorable song lyrics can help the song become a hit and make the artist or band famous. However, the use of lyrical language in songs can also be controversial. Some lyrics may be considered to contain inappropriate or unethical messages, and may cause controversy or protest from the public.

Songs are included in the type of literary works of poetry. Song lyrics are written in poetic language so that they are classified as literary works of poetry. songs consist of many types. In this study the songs that became the object of research were J-Pop songs. J-Pop is a pop genre song originating from Japan. The song that is the object of research is a song that was famous at that time. Not only booming in their home country but covering many other countries as well. the fact that youth is the most turbulent period in the stages of human life is the inspiration for this song. The song, entitled Hitchcock by yorushika, was published to the wider community via YouTube in 2018. The theory that serves as the basis for this research is Riffatere's theory of semiotics. This theory combines heuristic theory and hermeneutic theory. This theory is used to find out the hidden meaning conveyed by the songwriter. This semiotic theory is carried out in the following stages. First, the researcher will read quickly without further analyzing the meaning, only the meaning of the lyrics (heuristics). In this case by translating from Japanese into Indonesian. Followed by analyzing the structure, figure of speech, and other in-depth meaning with repeated reading (hermeneutics). Then conclude the results of the analysis. This Hitchcock song has been watched approximately 73 million times by various groups.