SONG

MATERIAL
By: Syafni Yulianingrum
English Language education
Brawijaya University
 Definiton
Song is a composition of tone or voice in sequence,
combination and temporal relation to produse a
musical compositian that has unity and continuity. 

Songs are abundant in themes and expressions

which will echo in the learner’s heart.
“Behind every
favorite song,
there is an
untold story”
 Background
 Song have been an amusing companion for human beings for
as long as or even longer than we can speak.

 Songs are highly expressive.

 Some convey love and emotions ; some tell a memorable and

moving story; some embody one’s dreams and ideals; and
some reminisce about the golden past.
SOCIAL FUNCTION OF
SONG
Songs are used to express
feeling and idea in an
entertaining world

Songs can be used to

deliver social criticism.

To teach moral value

through the lyrics of the
songs.
 STEP TO FIND THE
MEANING OF A SONG

STEP 1 STEP 3
It is important to know Listen to the song while reading the lyrics. It
the lyrics of the song. helps to look the message of the song.

STEP 2
Try to figure out the type of the
song. It can be Pop, Jazz, etc
STEP 4
Keep op on mind and discuss the
meaning with others. It may build
a different perspectives about the
song.
THANK YOU