Research and locate a ‘culturally significant’ song; this can be any song that communicates shared meanings and messages. Research the social and historical context of the song an write a brief introduction; Where did it originate and from whom? What unique cultural norms, values, and/or experiences does it communicate? (This can be specific, such as the experience of losing a home during specific war or as general as losing all motivation after broken heart.) After the introduction, post a link to a video or audiofile along with a transcript of the lyrics (if it has any). Interpret the song or music in at least 150 words. How does the song convey the meanings you identified in your introduction? Reflect back to the Literature lesson – symbolism, metaphor, simile, etc. How does the sound, tempo and/or beat provide or emphasize emotion?
Go outside your zone of familiarity and expose yourself to a genre of music outside your own cultural or generational group. While JayZ and Taylor Swift have undoubtedly belted out some catchy tunes, pop music is oftentimes produced for commercial rather than cultural consumption. But if you discover that your favorite pop song was appropriated from another culture by the music industry, feel free to expose it.
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