Feminist Stylistic Analysis of Ava Max’s Song “Not Your Barbie Girl”

Authors

  • Anna Shinta Vholyna Manurung Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Angelia Maria Igesia Perangin-angin Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Putri Aziza Muvta Tanjung Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Nurul Hasanah Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Siti Azzahra Marsha Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Rahmadsyah Rangkuti Universitas Sumatera Utara

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22437/titian.v7i2.29609

Keywords:

feminist stylistic, women’s , liberation

Abstract

This study analyzes Ava Max's "Not Your Barbie Girl" using a feminist stylistic analysis approach with Sara Mills’ Theory, focusing on its message of women's liberation and rejection of gender stereotypes. The qualitative research focuses on song lyrics and language use, identifying how the song describes women and challenges existing gender constructions. The results suggest that the song adopts a strong feminist perspective, emphasizing self-empowerment, resilience, and rejecting societal constraints. The song disrupts dominant narratives surrounding femininity, positioning women as active agents in their lives. The combination of empowering lyrics and energetic music encourages listeners to embrace their strength and challenge oppressive systems. This study contributes to understanding feminism's expression through popular culture, particularly in music.

Abstrak

Penelitian ini menganalisis “Not Your Barbie Girl†karya Ava Max dengan menggunakan pendekatan analisis stilistika feminis dengan teori Sara Mills, dengan fokus pada pesan kebebasan perempuan dan penolakan terhadap stereotip gender. Penelitian kualitatif berfokus pada lirik lagu dan penggunaan bahasa, mengidentifikasi bagaimana lagu tersebut menggambarkan perempuan dan menantang konstruksi gender yang ada. Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa lagu tersebut mengadopsi perspektif feminis yang kuat, menekankan pemberdayaan diri, ketahanan, dan menolak batasan sosial. Lagu ini dapat dilihat sebagai narasi dominan seputar feminitas, dan memposisikan perempuan sebagai agen aktif dalam kehidupan mereka. Kombinasi lirik yang memberdayakan dan musik yang energik mendorong pendengar untuk menerima kekuatan mereka dan menantang sistem yang menindas. Penelitian ini berkontribusi untuk memahami ekspresi feminisme melalui budaya populer, khususnya dalam musik.

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Published

2023-12-15

How to Cite

Manurung, A. S. V., Perangin-angin, A. M. I. ., Tanjung, P. A. M. ., Hasanah, N. ., Marsha, S. A. ., & Rangkuti, R. (2023). Feminist Stylistic Analysis of Ava Max’s Song “Not Your Barbie Girl”. Titian: Jurnal Ilmu Humaniora, 7(2), 401-414. https://doi.org/10.22437/titian.v7i2.29609

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