AN ANALYSIS OF METHAPHORICAL EXPRESSION IN PINK SEWAT$ SONG LYRIC

Abstract

This study examines metaphorical expressions in the lyrics of Pink Sweat$'s albums Pink Planet (2021) and Volume 2 (2019) using Lakoff and Johnson’s (1980) Conceptual Metaphor Theory. Analyzing 22 song lyrics, the research identifies 50 metaphors categorized into 14 Structural Metaphors, 9 Orientational Metaphors, and 27 Ontological Metaphors. The findings reveal that Ontological Metaphors are the most dominant, as they personify emotions and relationships by treating them as tangible objects or forces, making abstract feelings more relatable. Structural Metaphors, the second most frequent, map emotions onto concrete experiences, using elements like waves or rubber to symbolize resilience and endurance. Although Orientational Metaphors are the least common, they effectively convey emotional intensity through spatial contrasts, reinforcing conventional associations between emotions and physical space, such as high for positivity and low for negativity. These metaphorical expressions enrich the poetic depth of Pink Sweat$’s lyrics, making them more immersive and emotionally resonant. The study highlights the significance of figurative language in contemporary songwriting, demonstrating how metaphors enhance meaning, strengthen emotional impact, and deepen listener engagement with music.