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This study examines the use of dysphemistic language in selected songs from Sabrina Carpenter’s Man’s Best Friend album. The research aims to identify the dysphemistic expressions found in the lyrics and to analyze how these expressions are linguistically constructed to convey emotional intensity and communicative meaning. The study applies a qualitative descriptive approach. The data consist of dysphemistic expressions collected from the selected song lyrics and classified according to the dysphemism categories proposed by Keith Allan and Kate Burridge. The analysis focuses on identifying the types of dysphemism and examining their function as a language strategy within the lyrical context. The findings indicate that dysphemistic expressions appear consistently in the lyrics and contribute to the expression of emotional tension and interpersonal conflict. These expressions also function as a stylistic device that shapes the tone and communicative impact of the songs. The study highlights the role of dysphemistic language as part of the expressive and stylistic resources used in contemporary pop music lyrics.

This article analyzes the song "Sukatani" by Sukatani Band as a form of musical expression that represents Eastern nuances within a post-punk aesthetic framework. The research was conducted using a qualitative-descriptive approach through a music analysis method based on Jan LaRue's theory in Guidelines for Style Analysis (1970), which includes six main parameters: melody, harmony, rhythm, texture, form, and instrumentation. This analysis aims to reveal how the musical elements in the song can be read as a meeting between the post-punk idiom born in the West and the local socio-cultural context in Indonesia. The research findings show that "Sukatani" combines a minor pentatonic scale and repetitive structure as distinctive Eastern musical characteristics, while maintaining the monotonous and intense impression synonymous with post-punk aesthetics. From a lyrical perspective, the use of ngapak language not only strengthens local identity but also presents an authentic expression close to the daily lives of rural communities. The lyrics voice social criticism regarding class inequality, state repression, and respect for peasant labor as the foundation of collective life. Thus, music is not merely an aesthetic medium, but also a means of articulating cultural resistance against the dominance of central discourse and the hegemony of mainstream popular culture. Furthermore, analysis of texture and instrumentation reveals a combination of distorted guitars, repetitive bass patterns, and rigid drum beats, all of which create a tense yet meditative atmosphere. 

This study explores the semantic fields of love and loss in Lord Huron’s song "The Night We Met," using a lexical semantics framework. Song lyrics, known for their emotional depth, serve as a rich source for analyzing affective meaning, particularly through word selection and repetition. The primary research question addresses how semantic fields are constructed within minimalist lyrical compositions to convey complex emotional states. In this analysis, a qualitative descriptive method is applied to examine the song's lexical items and group them into thematic semantic fields. The study finds that the song uses a concise set of lexemes connected to themes of memory, temporal disorientation, grief, and love. These thematic fields intertwine, interacting to depict a narrative that encapsulates unresolved emotional pain. Love and loss are not presented in isolation but are embedded in a broader emotional context, where words evoke both the sweetness of past affection and the sorrow of its absence. The overlap of these semantic fields reflects the internal conflict experienced by the narrator, torn between cherished memories and the painful realization of loss. The study concludes that despite the song’s brevity, the lyrics effectively evoke profound emotional responses through a meticulous choice of words and thematic consistency. The semantic fields constructed within the song illustrate how even minimal language can convey intense emotional content, providing valuable linguistic insight into the function of lyricism in popular music. The research demonstrates the ability of short, poignant lyrics to engage listeners emotionally, revealing how lyricists use limited language to encapsulate complex feelings of love and loss.

This research aims to examine the language style in the poem "Senja Merindu" by Rainy Zikri. The problem that will be raised in this research is related to the language style contained in it so that it can create aesthetics in the work. The language style used is believed to have an important role in conveying the feelings and meaning that the writer wants to convey to the reader. The method applied is analytical descriptive with a literature study approach. The object of this research is the poem "Senja Merindu" by Rainy Zikri which has a distinctive language style. The results of the analysis show that this poetry contains melancholic, romantic and lyrical language styles. The melancholic style is seen in the theme of longing, romantic in the nuances of love, and lyrism is reflected in the use of deep poetic language. It is hoped that this research can become a reference for further research related to language style in poetry.

Sal Priadi’s song lyrics are known for their rich and complex use of language, blending metaphors, symbolism, and allusion to create profound and meaningful works. This study aims to analyze how Sal Priadi uses language styles to enrich meaning, create emotional atmospheres, and enhance the listening experience. A qualitative analysis was conducted on several of Sal Priadi's songs, selected for their lyrical richness. The findings reveal that Sal Priadi successfully integrates poetic elements to convey universal themes like love, longing, and loss in a unique and deep manner. The use of complex language provides interpretive freedom for listeners, enhancing the aesthetic value of his songs, making them not only entertainment but also mini works of literature. Through this approach, Sal Priadi is recognized not only as a musician but also as an artist who harmoniously combines language and music, creating a deeper listening experience that resonates with audiences across generations.

This study explores the lyrics and creative process behind the song "Sang Bayu" created by Hariyadi . The main focus of the analysis is on the use of language and metaphors in the lyrics that depict the theme of love and romance. The lyrics of this song contain deep expressions of love and use metaphors such as "blowing the wind of love" to express soft and calming feelings. The main theme raised is love and romance, where the lyrics display soft and affectionate feelings. The melody that supports the lyrics also strengthens the romantic and calming atmosphere. This study also includes an interview with Hariyadi, who explains the process of creating this song through musical reflection and experimentation, as well as expressing personal inspiration from the beauty of nature and true love. This study identifies that the combination of poetic language, symbolism, and flowing lyrical structure provides a strong emotional and aesthetic effect.

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.