In this assignment, you will analyze a song of your choosing. This analysis should be between 1000-1500 words in length (double-spaced pages, 12-pt font). It should follow proper APA formatting.
Expectations:
The goal of this essay is to touch on the important details of song writing and its poetic elements. Your essay must include the following:
The genre of music and background on the artist and song
A description of at least THREE literary devices (symbols, metaphor, alliteration, etc.)
The musical quality of the song and its relation to lyric poetry
The overall meaning and themes of the song
The way the song relates to you and your personal experiences
The key to this assignment is to find a song that you can relate to. The best essays will feature a deep and meaningful connection between the writer and the song.
*You must include a copy of the lyrics, either before or after the essay.
