Contextual analysis of lexical units of rap lyrics (based on the works of Eminem)

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Contextual analysis of lexical units of
rap lyrics (based on the works of
Eminem)."
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Object of
study
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Is a contextual analysis of lexical units in
rap genre texts.
Subject of
study
Stylistic techniques and semantic features of
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Eminem’s musical works in the rap genre.
Purpose
of study
— Identification of stylistic techniques and seman
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analysis using the example of the works of
Eminem.

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practical relevance
—the significance of the study is determined by
its use in the study of the song genre in the
section of the stylistics of the English language.
theoretical relevance
—The significance of this study lies in its
contribution to the theory and practice of using
metaphors and stylistic devices in the discourse
of youth subculture.
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tasks to achieve the purpose
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Give the definition of “contextual analysis.
— Consider rap as a phenomenon of modern
culture from the point of view of the visual text.
— Study the lexical features of rap compositions
and the metaphors used in them.
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Identify allusions to rap lyrics performed by
Eminem
— Consider stylistically reduced vocabulary based
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on the works of Eminem and its significance/role.

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contextual analysis- is a research tool that is
used to identify the presence of certain concepts
or words in texts.From English context “content”,
further from lat. contentum “contents”, further
from continere “to contain, to contain”.
Contextual analysis can be applied to any information field that
contains text, from media studies to literature and music texts.
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Rap as a modern cultural
phenomenon
Rap - (English rap - speak sharply,
shout out) is a musical expression of
hip-hop culture, acts as an instrument
of its globalization in the cultural and
linguistic dimensions and is a “recitative
performance of poetry to rhythmic
music” [Ozhegov] or, as Shmelev notes,
another is possible interpretation: “Rap
is an abbreviation for the expression
Rhythmic, or even radial, American
poetry” [Shmelev].
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Hip-hop (English: Hip-hop) is a musical
genre that is a combination of rhythmic
music and recitative superimposed on it,
sometimes with a melodic verse. Hip-hop
music is a combination of two musical
elements of the hip-hop subculture DJing and MCing.
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Lexical features of rap
compositions
The vocabulary of rap compositions is
characterized by the following features:
Slang and colloquialisms: and if he is as bananas as you say:
“Bananas” is a metaphor/idiom meaning “crazy” (i.e. “to go
bananas” or “to go crazy”).(Song: rap god, verse 1, line 9).
word play: This flippity dippity-hippity hip-hop.
(Song: rap god, verse 1, line 11).
Polysemy:piss off - a rude form of driving someone away; pissed
means drunk (in British slang), and pissed off means angry but in
combination with the word “match”,in the context it can be
translated as “to swear” or “to get involved in a quarrel”.
For exmaple: You don't really wanna get into a pissin' match.
(Song: rap god, verse 1, line 12).
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Euphemisms : Into the motherf****n' Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
the word motherf***n' is used as a euphemism for f***ing, which is rude
and offensive.(Song: rap god, verse 2, line 17).
metaphors: To drops bombs, but he keeps on forgetting
What he wrote down,
The whole crowd goes so loud
(Song:lose youself, verse 1, lines 4,5).
Neologisms and invented words: skill-a-holic - is a
neologism that can be translated as“skill junkie”or “skilldependent.” This slang expression is usually used to
describe a person who is obsessed with acquiring and
demonstrating his or her skills and abilities.
(Song: rap god, verse 1, line 24).
Rhythmic patterns:
With this rappity brat, packin' a MAC in the back of the Ac'
Backpack rap crap, yap-yap, yackety-yack.
(Song: rap god, verse 1, lines 13,14).
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allusions to rap lyrics performed by Eminem
Hi kids! Do you like violence? (Yeah yeah yeah!)
These lines are stupid, but there is thought put into them. This question
ridicules how parents allow their children to watch cartoons such as Tom and
Jerry, which unthinkingly desensitise violence, but then place the blame on
controversial artists like him. Eminem knows that children are already are
drawn to violence because of all the violence that surrounds them in the media
and wants to bring attention to the fact that it's not just rap music that destroys
perfect little boys and girls.
(Song: My name is, verse 1, line 1)
Will Smith don't gotta cuss in his raps to sell records (Nope)
Well, I do, so f*** him and f*** you too!
a reference to actor and rapper Will Smith, who is known for his clean lyrics.
Eminem praises Smith for being able to be successful in the rap industry
without resorting to profanity, unlike many other rappers of the time.
(Song:The Real Slim Shady,verse 2,lines 1,2)
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stylistically reduced vocabulary based on the works of
Eminem and its significance/role
Stylistically reduced vocabulary Eminem's use of stylistically reduced language
in rap plays a key role, acting as
is an integral part of his artistic style and allows
an integral part of this genre
him to effectively convey his life experiences,
and serving as a source of its
emotions and social commentary.
uniqueness.
1)Firstly, a means of self-expression.
2)Secondly, enriching the text with
aggressiveness and dynamics.
3)The third aspect is sociocultural
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Music is like magic, there's a certain feeling' you get
When you real and you spit,
And people are feelin' your sh**
(Song: Till i collapse, verse 2).
feelin' your sh** or feel someone sh**, a slang
expression meaning solidarity with the cause, actions,
thoughts of another person.
the word sh** in context has different meanings:
Holy sh**: Expression of surprise or shock.
Give a sh**: indifference.
Get your sh** together: get yourself in order.
Full of sh**: deceitful or insincere.
Sh** happens: life is full of surprises.
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conclusion
Overall, the structural, lexical, allusive, and stylistic
features of Eminem's rap lyrics demonstrate his talent
as a poet and musician, as well as his ability to express
complex emotions and ideas through his work. His
texts serve not only as entertainment, but also as a
means of social commentary and personal expression,
and are also an effective way to convey cultural
contexts through translation.
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